Black leather jacket found near Santa Maria Novella
Description
I found a black leather jacket this afternoon around 3pm outside Santa Maria Novella station, near the taxi stand by the entrance on Via Valfonda. It’s a men’s medium from AllSaints, with a few scuffs on the left sleeve and a sturdy silver zipper. The leather is worn in nicely, and the burgundy satin lining is visible when I cuff the sleeve. Inside the pocket there’s a blue enamel pin shaped like a guitar—a tiny detail that should help the owner identify it. It has a faint rain-and-leather smell and seems well loved. I left it in a protective bag with the station staff, but I’m happy to meet the owner near the SMN exit or at the Mercato Centrale to return it. I figured someone would really miss it; it clearly matters to them.
Approximate found location
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
How to safely return this item
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Meet in a safe, public place
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