
Heirloom
Sentimental Value
Heirlooms often carry emotional significance, representing family history and memories.

This heirloom watch was my grandfather’s prized possession.
Not Always Priceless
Heirlooms can be modest items, valued for their history rather than monetary worth.

Our heirloom quilt, hand-stitched by my great-grandmother, is irreplaceable.
Material Attachment
The word 'heirloom' typically implies a physical object, not intangible assets.

He left his son an heirloom sword from the 18th century.
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