Lost
Lost pocket watch near Tom Lee Park, Memphis
Riverwalk near Tom Lee Park
Lost
listing
Posted
11 days
ago
Description
I lost my pocket watch last Friday around 6:40 p.m. while walking along the riverwalk near Tom Lee Park in Memphis. It's a brass pocket watch with an ivory dial and a small engraving on the back, 'J.M.', and it means a lot to me as a family heirloom. I retraced the path along the riverfront, checked the benches by the overlook, and even peeked near the small fountain by the promenade, but it wasn't there. If someone picked it up, I’d be grateful to have it back; it’s more than just a timepiece, it connects me to my grandfather.
Approximate last-seen location
Riverwalk near Tom Lee Park
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