The language of tombstone carvings is very interesting. The pictures and symbols on the stones have meanings and understanding these can help you determine the personality of the person buried at that marker.
Here are some links to learn about the carvings and their meanings (note-a new window will open):
https://www.thoughtco.com/photo-gallery-of-cemetery-symbolism-4123061
https://www.familytreemagazine.com/cemeteries/hidden-meanings-gravestone-symbols/
https://stoneletters.com/blog/gravestone-symbols
https://www.memorials.com/Headstones-Symbolism-information.php
http://www.thecemeteryclub.com/symbols.html
Here are some links to learn about the carvings and their meanings (note-a new window will open):
https://www.thoughtco.com/photo-gallery-of-cemetery-symbolism-4123061
https://www.familytreemagazine.com/cemeteries/hidden-meanings-gravestone-symbols/
https://stoneletters.com/blog/gravestone-symbols
https://www.memorials.com/Headstones-Symbolism-information.php
http://www.thecemeteryclub.com/symbols.html