"Vintage" is close to what I'm looking for. Maybe "anachronism" is too strong, but I'm looking for a word that describes something that becomes desirable since it is no longer in use, like receiving a letter in the mail.
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Quaint maybe? if it's formal/prudish maybe victorian.– DareCommented May 15, 2015 at 1:44
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An antiquity is the closest I can get. It covers the "no longer in use" part but not so much the desire.– AdamCommented May 15, 2015 at 1:49
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Sounds like something that is retro. Old and anachronistic, but somehow back in style.– Steven LittmanCommented May 15, 2015 at 1:59
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I went on to my wagon, puzzled more than somewhat, to borrow a quaintism.– FumbleFingersCommented May 15, 2015 at 2:44
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1Now there's a man whose name fits him like a well-oiled boot. I don't think "oiled boots" are much in use these days, but I bet they're desirably comfortable.– FumbleFingersCommented May 15, 2015 at 2:48
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I think "evocative" might fit what you're looking for.
adjective: evocative bringing strong images, memories, or feelings to mind.
So perhaps an evocative letter?
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It's customary to link to an online dictionary definition. Commented May 15, 2015 at 6:16
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I will update once I have a computer with internet access (phone right now), my apologies I was unaware, first answer here.– jdphenixCommented May 15, 2015 at 6:18
What about "period piece"? From google:
period piece (noun): an object or work that is set in or strongly reminiscent of an earlier historical period.
