cherishedobject
nounUK /ˈtʃer.ɪʃt ˈɒb.dʒekt/
US /ˈtʃer.ɪʃt ˈɑːb.dʒekt/
A cherished object is a special thing you love and take good care of.
Her old teddy bear is a cherished object she has kept since she was a baby.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. An item that holds deep emotional value because of a memory or person it represents.
The worn watch was a cherished object that reminded him of his grandfather.
3. A possession someone protects and values more than its material worth.
Though it was just a simple stone, it was a cherished object from their first trip together.
4. Something kept safe as a symbol of love or friendship.
The handmade card became a cherished object after her best friend moved away.