Coffins and Caskets
In 1858, Robert Simeon Nelson was a cabinet-maker and undertaker in the Victorian country town of Linton. He produced coffins and become the local funeral director. Nelson Bros continued to make its own coffins and caskets until the 1970s. Today we source the best products available from Victoria, interstate and overseas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a coffin and a casket?
What is the difference between a coffin and a casket?
The difference is purely the shape. A coffin is tapered at the foot and head end, and comes out at the shoulders. A casket is anything that is not coffin-shaped, generally rectangular in shape but often octagonal or oblong.
Our Range
Coffins and caskets are produced from a variety of materials. Traditionally solid timber, they may also be made from materials such as metal or particleboard (with or without veneer). Our range of coffins and caskets vary in shape, size, colour and material. All coffins and caskets include personally engraved name plate and handling. Nelson Bros has selection rooms at all of our funeral homes. We invite you to personally select the coffin or casket you require.
Below are pictures of some of our current range.
Custom coffins and caskets are available on request and are priced accordingly.
For the current price list of Nelson Bros Goods & Services, click below.
Caskets
| Linford Rental Casket |  |
| Liberty Casket |  |
| Rosedale Casket |  |
| Aries Pearl Casket |  |
| William Casket |  |
| Elizabeth Casket |  |
| Pieta Maple Casket |  |
| Premier Casket |  |
| Promethean Casket |  |
| Willow Casket |  |
Coffins
| Henty Coffin |  |
| Montrose Coffin |  |
| Maldon Coffin |  |
| Hume Coffin |  |
| Mission Brown Coffin |  |
Expression Coffins
Our Australian-made Expressions Coffins are stunning modern, image-wrapped coffins which can be made with your own custom images. You can choose make any design you wish to help make the funeral personal and meaningful, such as a favourite holiday destination, sport or hobby. Click here to see more ideas.
