Found
Sentimental
Found postcards near Bodleian Library, Oxford
outside the Bodleian Library
Found
listing
Posted
19 days
ago
Description
I found a small bundle of postcards on the pavement outside the Bodleian Library this morning, just after 8:20 AM. They were tucked under a bench near the Clarendon Building, with seaside photos and little notes on the backs. I can picture someone’s memories attached to those cards, and I’m hoping the owner sees this and knows they’re safe with me. If these belong to you, I’ll be here to help reunite them.
Approximate found location
outside the Bodleian Library
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