What is a ceremonial casket commonly used for?

A ceremonial casket is typically designed for visitation and funerals, making it appropriate for public viewing and memorial services where family and friends can pay their respects. These caskets often feature elegant designs and materials, emphasizing the importance of honoring the deceased in a respectful manner.

While a ceremonial casket can be part of the process leading to permanent disposition of remains, such as burial or cremation, its primary function is to facilitate the viewing and memorial gathering before any final disposition takes place. This distinguishes it from options focused solely on the final resting place or practical transport of the deceased.