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Found stamps near Racine harbor, Wisconsin
near Racine Harborfront Park
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Posted
1 day
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Description
Today at 8:15 AM, I was walking along Main Street by the Racine harbor when a dusty envelope tucked behind a planter by a bench popped out. Inside were a cluster of vintage stamps—bright reds, ocean blues, and a tiny ship that made me grin. It felt like stumbling onto a small piece of someone’s story, and I felt a tug of responsibility to see it back to its owner. I kept them safe and took a photo to post here, hoping the rightful owner will recognize them and reclaim them on this site.
Approximate found location
near Racine Harborfront Park
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How to safely return this item
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