This tomb stone includes a wreath along with a bird. The wreath represents a symbol of victory or redemption. The wreath can also be associated with someone who works with arts, literature, athletics or military. This bird is most likely a dove. The dove represents the Holy Spirit in christianity. The dove is also in flight which represents a "winged soul" which means eternal life.
This tomb stone has a cloth draped over it which some believe is a symbol to guard the grave. Others believe it signifies the last partition between life and death.
I though this tombstone was very interesting. There appears to be a smiley face in the end of some sort of instrument over the top of a plant. I believe the instrument most likely represents one that is played on judgement day.
The cross is the most common symbol found on gravestones. It shows religious ties as well as the symbol of the crucifix.
This grave stone has an angel on it. It is very common for angels to appear on graves. Like on this gravestone, it is common for the angel to be faced or looking upwards. It is hard to tell what the angel is carrying int this picture but is most likely a sword for defense or a horn to represent the day of judgement.
The animal looks like a lamb, which is the most common animal found on a gravestone. The lamb was first used on gravestones by Egyptians but is still commonly used all throughout the world. It signifies purity and innocence.
A book can mean two different thing. One being that the person buried here was a scholar and the other just representing the "Book of Life." The wreath can also be associated with someone who works with arts, literature, athletics or military. Having both of these on the gravestone probably mean this person's life had something to do with literature.
I am unaware of what kind of plant this is on the grave stone but I believe it is the morning glory. This plant can represent resurrection or mourning.
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