Rare Roman-era gold ring found by metal detectorist
Summary
A rare gold Roman ring from about 279 AD was found in Somerset, England, by a hobby metal detectorist named Kevin Minto. The ring, showing the Roman goddess Victoria, was bought by the South West Heritage Trust for around $105,000 and will be displayed in the Museum of Somerset.Key Facts
- The ring is from Roman Britain and dates to around 279 AD.
- It features an engraved gemstone showing Victoria, the goddess of victory, riding a chariot.
- The ring weighs 48 grams and is larger and heavier than most rings today.
- It was found in 2018 near the town of Ilminster in Somerset, England.
- The South West Heritage Trust purchased the ring for about £78,000 (roughly $105,000).
- The ring was part of a hoard that included coins, lead, and pottery from the same period.
- Somerset is known for finding important ancient Roman treasures, including large hoards of coins.
- The Ilminster Ring will be displayed at the Museum of Somerset alongside other famous local finds.
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