Silver Yamaha trumpet with dented bell, initials J.M.
Description
I lost my silver Yamaha trumpet yesterday around 3pm outside the Sun Bowl Stadium on the UTEP campus in Southwest Texas. The horn is silver with some lacquer wear, the bell has a small dent, and the mouthpiece has a faint scratch; the case has a red velvet lining that’s easy to spot. It has sentimental value—my grandmother gave it to me, and I really need it back to keep practicing and reach my band goals. The case bears initials 'J.M.' engraved on the valve casing, and there’s a blue strap on the carry handle that helps identify it if it’s left on a bench near University Avenue and Glory Road.
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