European solidarity with the Baltic states notwithstanding, itâs a US commitment that really counts. Indeed, Lithuaniaâs belief in its allies was on full show, with the flags of Latvia and Estonia raised alongside the countryâs own and the two fellow Baltic statesâ military bands marching alongside Lithuaniaâs.
1 On average, a stone fireplace can cost anywhere from as little as $2,000 to as much as $25,000.2  The costs of the fireplace will really depend on the type of stone being used, the contractor being hired and the size of the fireplace. Simple jobs that use a manufactured stone can be around $2,000 to $7,000 while a job that requires a custom cut and install can cost upwards of $9,000 to $20,000 or more. 2  MasonryMagazine.com stated that an average sized fireplace using manufactured stones as the type of material can start at $1,000 and go up from there.
Costs of Manufactured Stone. Manufactured stone is a low-cost alternative to natural stone, and prices start at just $3 per square foot. Those wanting something that looks a little more natural and resembles certain types of stone will find that the price doubles or triples per square foot. The cost of installing the stone can range from as little as $10 per hour up to $50 per hour or more. It depends on the price charged by the installer. Manufactured stone also comes in a thinner lightweight version called manufactured stone veneer.