Detectorist Discovers 16th-Century Diamond Ring, Set for Auction
A metal detectorist named Stuart Jones has discovered a 16th-century diamond ring in the village of Wormington, Gloucestershire. The ring, adorned with eight diamonds, is expected to fetch between £15,000 and £20,000 (approximately $20,096 to $26,792) at an auction scheduled for June 23 at Noonans of Mayfair. Jones described the find as a 'once in a lifetime' discovery, expressing immense joy and surprise at uncovering such a significant item. The ring was found towards the end of a seven-hour search, and upon its discovery, one of the diamonds came loose, which Jones later recovered by sieving the soil. The British Museum has examined the ring, and the proceeds from its auction will be shared equally with the landowner. 
