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Lost and Found
This page is about the meaning, origin and characteristic of the symbol, emblem, seal, sign, logo or flag: Lost and Found.
A lost and found (American English and Canadian English), lost property (British English), or lost articles (also Canadian English) is an office in a large public building or area where visitors can go to retrieve lost articles that may have been found by other visitors.
Frequently found at museums, amusement parks and schools, a lost and found will typically be a clearly marked box or room in a location near the main entrance.
Some lost and found offices will try to contact the owners of any lost items if there are any personal identifiers available. Practically all will either sell, give or throw away items after a certain period has passed to clear their storage.
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Asymmetric, Closed shape, Monochrome, Contains both straight and curved lines, Has no crossing lines.
Category: Passenger/Pedestrian Signs.
Lost and Found is part of the Passenger/Pedestrian Symbols group.
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