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Religious jewelry has been deeply significant throughout human history. Beyond mere adornment, these pieces symbolize faith, convey spiritual meaning, and strengthen the connection between individuals ...
A gold mourning ring that was made in memory of a dead baronet has been found in a field. The 20mm (0.7in)-round jewel was ...
The long-lost gold ring commemorating Hugh Miller is going on display at his Highland birthplace. The retired firefighter says he was left "amazed" when he spotted some gold glistening in the mud.
The origins of April Fools’ Day are uncertain, but potentially linked to France's transition to the Gregorian calendar, the ...
The origins of April Fools’ Day are uncertain, but potentially linked to France's transition to the Gregorian calendar, the medieval Feast of Fools or the ancient Roman festival of Hilaria.
The piece was one of several rings commissioned after the death of Sir Richard Rainsford, a judge who presided over witch trials held in England. It was discovered in 2020. "This form of medieval ring ...
The two metal detecting mates both found medieval rings and they both fetched thousands at auction, but their shared hobby not only brought some financial reward it reunited them too. "We met when ...
Nine inches down, something glimmered in the dirt—a thin line of gold. Brushing away the mud, Sell found himself holding an extraordinary medieval ring. The piece, adorned with a sapphire and ...
Two medieval rings that were discovered by metal detecting friends in Norfolk have sold for a combined price of £30,000. The medieval rings went under the hammer at Noonans Mayfair is a sale of ...
Two medieval rings that were unearthed by a pair of metal detectorist friends in fields in Norfolk have sold at auction for a combined total of £30,000. Retired fire service worker Mark Sell ...
Two medieval rings discovered by friends have fetched £30,000 at an auction in Norfolk. Mark Sell and Richard Girling discovered a medieval bishop's ring in King Row in Shipdham, near Dereham, back in ...
It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. Two medieval rings that were unearthed by a pair of metal detectorist friends in fields in Norfolk have sold at auction for a combined total ...