Answer:
My days are numbered. What am I?
In wealth I abound; in water I stand; as a fencer I'm valued all over the land; at Venice I'm famous; by farmers I'm prized; respected by law yet huntsmen despised; consternation and ruin ensue when I break; And the beasts of the forest advantage won't take.
My first part compliments people. My second part makes things known. My third part hurts feelings. My fourth part may hold a precious treasure. My fifth part is used when sharing fancy beverages.
I can be sweet or sour. I do not rhyme with any other word
I'm found in socks, scarves and mittens. I'm found in the paws of playful kittens. What am I?
It flows out of the soil, It burns you if it boils, And holds us in its coils, More valuable than gold, As black as it is old.