You may remember some time back I wondered when a number of objects could call itself a collection, and when do you even realize you have a collection? and that I evaded any hard and fast conclusions. But I did determine that I have a collection of brake pads lost in the line of duty and picked up where they fell.
Now that that burning question is settled, I can add to my collection and let you know all about it, with no ifs ands or buts.
Yes. Another brake pad has arrived, courtesy of my husband and his pre-dawn walks. This one was out in the street. Which is where you will find these things, usually, just as they fell off the vehicle, though I did find one in a parking lot once, but the same thing applies – they do just fall off.
Oh my goodness, this one has had a tough time. The metal is striated and grooved with friction. Even the edges of this item are sharp and damaged.
But what a beautiful look it has.
As you turn it in the light, the metal catches the illumination and is iridescent. Hidden colors suddenly jump out. Wow!
The collection is certainly enhanced by this addition, I think!
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Wow! It is very reminiscent of an abalone shell. What a great find.
Yes, it changes its look as the light hits it so beautifully. A unique individual in the collection.