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Found: small brass compass with red string
Monterey Bay
Found
listing
Posted
6 months
ago
Description
Found a small brass compass with a frayed red string this morning around 9:15am, tucked on the curb near the Monterey Bay Aquarium entrance along Cannery Row. It's thumb-sized, with a tiny dent in the rim and the initials 'A.M.' etched on the back, plus the red cord worn thin from years of use. It looks well-loved, might've belonged to someone who loves sailing or weekend hikes along the coast. If you're missing it, I'd be glad to help reunite you - we can do a quick hand-off near the Cannery Row sign or leave it at the Fisherman's Wharf info desk for pickup today.
Approximate found location
Monterey Bay
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