Lost
Urgent
Lost brooches in downtown Hickory
near the courthouse on Main Street
Lost
listing
Posted
about 22 hours
ago
Description
Last Saturday around 4:15 p.m., I was strolling along Main Street in downtown Hickory when my brooches slipped from my sweater and vanished somewhere near the courthouse. They’re small but meaningful—one is a crescent moon set with pale blue stones, the other a delicate flower pin I’ve worn for years, gifts that remind me of my grandmother. The bustle of shoppers felt like a wind I couldn’t fight, and I’ve been worried ever since. I’m hoping someone found them and tucked them away somewhere safe.
Approximate last-seen location
near the courthouse on Main Street
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
How to safely get your item back
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Verify the finder before meeting
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- Request a clear photo of the item from an angle you did not post.
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Meet in a safe, public place
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- 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.
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