I know what you mean about preserving things...I have 3 sons..all grown...and I don't think any of them would truly be interested in preserving very much...lol
My youngest son did take a golden gloves medal my dad won in the army during ww2...I think that's the oldest thing he owns.   :rolleyes:

 

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