Fresh Figs In Rum Syrup (Fichi in Sciroppo)

"This is a recipe is from one of the most fabulous books that my mother gave to me as a present many years ago. This book means so much to me, and any of the recipe's that I have made from this book have been wonderful. I have not made this recipe but I am posting it for "You Want What?! A Recipe Posting Game". I am really looking forward to trying this recipe myself over summer when figs are plentiful! NOTE: The recipe does not call for removing the stems from the figs, although I think leaving them intact would look good, I would maybe think about removing them before starting the recipe making sure not cut through the surface of the fig's as the could fall apart. I will also cut down on the sugar to 350gr. I think if these were sealed properly (bottled) they would maybe last even longer, this is something I will have to try!"