Silver pocket watch with initials JH in velvet pouch
Description
I lost my silver Waltham pocket watch from the 1950s, about the size of a silver dollar, in a black velvet pouch with a brass chain. The case is a bit tarnished, and the glass face has a tiny crack at 3 o'clock. There’s a small engraving on the back with the initials JH, which helps confirm it’s mine. I had it yesterday around 3pm near the Mississippi River levee behind the River Center in downtown Baton Rouge. It’s a sentimental collector’s item—it was handed down from my grandfather, so I’d really appreciate getting it back. If you found it, please text me and we can arrange a pickup in Baton Rouge.
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.