An individual who enjoys searching for treasures has made an exciting discovery in Somerset, a county located in the southwest region of England. The discovered treasure is an ancient gold ring believed to be from the Roman period and is estimated to be around 1,800 years old. The person who found this rare item is named Jason Massey, and he currently works as a pest control officer. While exploring a field near Crewkerne, he stumbled upon a unique ring engraved with the image of the Roman goddess of war. Experts speculate that the ring belonged to a member of the aristocracy due to its golden composition and intricate design. This discovery is expected to become one of the most significant archaeological findings in the history of Somerset.
At the present moment, the true worth of this ancient ring is yet to be determined and is being examined by professionals at The British Museum located in London. Based on their analysis, the ring is estimated to have originated between 200 to 300 AD. It’s interesting to note that Mr. Massey discovered the ring in a Roman villa believed to be quite upscale. Nonetheless, further inspection and research are required to confirm its authenticity.
The worth of the ring is presently being evaluated by the British Museum, and upon completion of the assessment, Mr. Massey and the landowner will divide the value equally by 50%.
Mr. Massey’s team made a remarkable discovery of an ancient gold ring, along with 60 Roman-era coins, and they are currently widening the excavation efforts at the site. It is worth noting that back in 2016, Mark Thompson, a treasure hunter, stumbled upon a gold ring that dated back to the 14th century in Sherwood forest, Nottinghamshire, England. Thompson followed a metal detector signal and found the ring while digging with a shovel. The valuable ring featured rare sapphires and was estimated to be worth almost $90,000. Similarly, a recent discovery in Kazakhstan uncovered a wealth of treasures in an ancient tomb dating back 2,800 years. The artifacts included earrings, gold discs, playing cards, chains, and necklaces with precious gems, among other items.