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Morris died. His will provided $50,000 for an elaborate funeral.

As the last attendees left, Morris's wife Maxine turned to her oldest friend, Sadie, and said, "Well, I'm sure Morris's would be pleased."

"I'm sure you're right," replied Sadie, who leaned in close and lowered her voice to a whisper. "Tell me, how much did it really cost?"

"All of it?" said Maxine. "Fifty thousand."

"No!" Sadie exclaimed. "I mean, it was very nice, but really... $50,000?"

Rose nodded. "The funeral was $6,500. I donated $500 to the shul for the Rabbi's services. The shiva food and drinks were another $500. The rest went for the memorial stone."

Sadie computed quickly. "$42,500 for a memorial stone? Oy vey! how big is it?"

With a smile, Maxine replied, "Five and a half carats."
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