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Here is a HDU/laytex sign with gold leaf carved letters with a drop shadow (I think that's what it's called). I don't think a hole can cast a shadow but I think it really helps to get the copy to "pop". This is the first drop shadow I've tried.......it needs work.......
1 1/2"x30"x44"
and a closeup of the tree. BTW, the ground is a dark green and the tree is emerald....they look different in the pics.