From sentimental keepsakes like jewelry and playing cards to unexpected treasures like pianos, classic cars, , and vintage appliances, this collection showcases the unique and heartwarming things people inherited.
It is a sad time when a loved one passes on, and it can be difficult to remember the good times in the midst of the sadness. However, they often leave behind more than just memories—they leave us with pieces of their lives.
From sentimental keepsakes like jewelry and playing cards to unexpected treasures like pianos, classic cars, , and vintage appliances, this collection showcases the unique and heartwarming things people inherited.
Explore these photos and stories that remind us how even the simplest items can carry the greatest meaning.
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"A natural diamond tennis necklace from my Aunt".
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"I received my Dad's collection of Ham Radio / testing equipment."
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"My uncle's sweet collection of old comic books from various publishers and eras."
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"This 24K gold bracelet that weighs roughly 40 grams, worth roughly $3500".
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"This Bulova watch I received that was handed down from my Great Grandmother to my Mom."
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"This collection of analog cameras Cameras from my Father."
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"My great aunt gave me this gorgeous antique slide bracelet.
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"My boyfriend inherited this huge collection of vinyl records when his aunt passed."
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"Got my Grandma's pinball machine from 1964."
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"This increible (an heavy) custom made chess table complete with stone board and metal pieces."
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"I created this 'tool shrine' to showcase my father and grandfather's various tools that I inhereted."
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"Am 1864 Steinway & Sons Grand Piano that has been passed through the family."
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"My uncle's 56 year old tortoise, which he inherited from my grandparents."
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"My best friend passed away unexpectedly a few months ago. We were both extremely avid gamers, and I inherited his tangible collection and added it to my much smaller one as a tribute to him."
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"This came from my Grandparent's estate, a 1920's era toaster that still works great to this day!"
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"Got this cool cocktail shaker that displays the ingredients of various drinks when you turn the top part."
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A collection of various Pokemon cards my brother absolutely loved and left to me before he died."
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"A 1967 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 when my father passed."
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"Husband's grandfather left him this 39 Year old Parrot."
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"My fathers old home. The back half was built in 1873 and the front have built in 1906. Not sure what to do with it honestly.."
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"This collection of large denomination bills from my recently deceased great uncle who was a banker."
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"Got all these golf clubs from my uncle, probably going to sell as a bundle or donate."
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"I am the 4th woman in the family to inherit my great grandma’s 22 karat wedding necklace. She got married at 15 in 1956 back home in Pakistan."
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"This beautiful guitar with hand-crafted mother of pearl inlays."
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"Inherited this ring from my Grandpa roughly 20 years ago. He said he got it while fighting in World War 2."
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"Got this 50's era Studebaker when my Nana passed away."
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"The family's gold cache, roughly currently worth $350K to $425,000 worth of gold."
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"Grandmother’s recipe box, these stretch back to the 40s and have handwritten notes and additions."
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"A collection of discontinued English Bank notes from my Grandpa".
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"My sister loved everything crystals, gems, and rocks. Got this absolute unit sized piece of amethyst when she passed away."
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"This Rolex from my Dad who wore it every day."
