Yamaha silver alto sax in black case
Description
I realized my Yamaha YAS-23 silver alto sax is missing yesterday around 3pm from the back seat of my car in the parking lot behind Barnes & Noble at the Quaker Bridge Mall in Hamilton Township. It's in a black hard case, and the mouthpiece cap is engraved with the initials "PP"; there’s a tiny dent near the bell from a drop last month. The lacquer is a little worn with a few micro-scratches, but it plays just fine. This sax has sentimental value—it's a gift from my grandfather who passed away last year—and I really need it back for upcoming rehearsals at my church in Trenton, Central NJ. If you found it, email me at [email protected] with any info.
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