Found
Blue compact umbrella with teal handle
Watertown
Found
listing
Posted
6 months
ago
Description
I found a blue compact umbrella this afternoon around 3:15pm near the Watertown Public Library on Main Street. It's about 10 inches long when closed, with a bright teal handle and a tiny enamel cat charm hanging from the strap. The fabric has a few minor scuffs but the spokes look intact. It was leaning against the bike rack by the library entrance, waiting to be picked up. If it's yours, tell me the charm color and approximate shade of the blue fabric to confirm ownership.
Approximate found location
Watertown
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