My condolences. One thing I do recommend is taking ALL jewelry to be appraised. Two items that my mother had told me were costume had very high value. It was true they were not jemstones, but they were quality items. I always loved them, but now I laugh when I put them on and share a smile in the mirror with my mother.There are no riches in heaven, but when I get there, my mother and I will have the greatest of riches, a good story.