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Monday, 26th October 2009 (2858 views)

A gold ring unearthed by a metal detecting enthusiast in Nottinghamshire has puzzled archaeology experts who have so far been unable to identify the "elaborate" coat of arms it bears.

The ring was found by Paul Hammond in a field near his home in Clifton, the BBC reports.

He gave it to museum experts in a bid to trace its origins and while the ring has been dated to the 17th century, analysts have been unable to determine who the coat of arms belonged to.

Rachael Atherton, finds liaison officer for Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, told the news provider that the signet ring was dated to the 17th century because it bears a maker's mark featuring a bee in a shield, which is the same as a ring owned by the British Museum from that period.

Mr Hammond said he had been "amazed" to discover the ring and is hoping to find out more about its history and origins.

After finding the ring last July, Mr Hammond donated it to the Nottingham Castle Museum, the Evening Post noted.

 

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