Found
Found pins near Capitol grounds, Bismarck
near the Capitol steps
Found
listing
Posted
about 15 hours
ago
Description
I was out for a morning stroll along the Capitol grounds when I spotted a tin of pins spilled on the sidewalk near the steps at about 7:15 a.m. today. They're a mix of enamel pins—team logos, a couple of novelty badges, and a charm or two—clearly someone's keepsakes rather than a prize collection. I tucked them into my bag for safekeeping, hoping the owner will recognize them soon. I’m glad these have a chance to find their way home.
Approximate found location
near the Capitol steps
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