Lost brooches near University of Oregon campus
Description
I lost my two brooches this morning around 11:15 AM in Eugene. They’re two small silver-tone pins with a leaf motif, one with a tiny turquoise stone. I had them on a scarf while strolling through the Erb Memorial Union courtyard, then through the Knight Library lobby before the security desk. I retraced my steps past the Memorial Quad and toward the campus bookstore, but they weren’t there. They’re sentimental—a gift from my grandmother—and losing them left me unsettled. I’m holding out hope someone who found them will bring them to the campus desk so they can be reunited with me.
Approximate last-seen location
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
How to safely get your item back
A short checklist to protect you and the item during the handoff.
Verify the finder before meeting
- Ask them to describe a detail not shown in your listing, such as an engraving, scratch, or contents.
- Request a clear photo of the item from an angle you did not post.
- Do not pay any release, shipping, or storage fee.
- Do not share your full address until you have verified them.
Meet in a safe, public place
- Police stations, café entrances, transport hubs, and shop foyers all work.
- Meet during daylight hours where there is CCTV and foot traffic.
- Avoid private homes, car parks at night, or isolated locations.
Bring someone with you
- Tell a friend or family member where you are meeting and when.
- Share your live location with them during the handoff.
- For high-value items, consider contacting your local police station for advice first.
Keep communication on lostandfound.io
- Use the in-app message thread so there is a record if something goes wrong.
- Do not move to WhatsApp, SMS, or email until you have exchanged a verifying detail.
- Never share bank details, government ID numbers, or copies of your ID.