Black leather wallet found near Lancaster Central Market
Description
I found a black leather bifold wallet this afternoon, around 4:15 pm, on Market Street near the Lancaster Central Market entrance. It's a well-worn piece, about 4.25 by 3.5 inches, with a soft matte finish and a few scuffs along the bottom edge. A tiny red thread snag on the corner is one unique feature, and the clear ID slot holds a laminated photo of a beagle. Inside are a couple of loyalty cards for a local cafe and a faded library card. I didn’t see any contact info on the outside, so I’m keeping it safe and would love to help get it back to its owner. If this sounds like yours, send me a message here.
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