And federal law requires them to give their prices over the phone. A simple phone call should get a list faxed or mailed to you. Caskets are typically the most expensive single item you'll be selecting. The same quality casket may have a variety of different names. Unless you're a stickler for color, compare the quality of the material used to construct the casket.
Materials range from cloth covered cardboard all the way up to solid brass or copper.
The most common are either wood or 20 gauge metal. But even among the 20 gauge steel caskets you'll find a wide range of prices. Selecting a casket is a very personal experience. Only you can decide how important a fancier lining is to your family. Before you make your selection, check with the cemetery or mausoleum to find out what, if any, requirements they might have.