In leu of a headstone or marker, eligible Veterans are able to apply for a government medallion provided by the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). These Veterans have died on or after November 1st, 1990 and can be in the ownership of a previous privately acquired headstone or marker. Cost of the medallion is free of charge through the VA, however the installation and setting fees into a private cemetery are not covered by the VA.
(Click here) for a VA medallion application.