Lost
Silver Yamaha flute with black case
Potsdam-Canton-Massena
Lost
listing
Posted
3 months
ago
Description
I lost my silver Yamaha flute yesterday around 3pm outside the Potsdam Public Library on Market Street. It's a Yamaha YFL-222, silver-plated, with a black hard case and red velvet lining; there are light scratches along the body and a tiny dent near the lip plate. The headjoint cap has my initials 'PR' engraved, and the zipper pull on the case is a bit loose. It means a lot to me—it's been in the family and was a gift from my grandfather; I really need it back.
Approximate last-seen location
Potsdam-Canton-Massena
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