The Times of India

A retired soldier finds a 1,700-year-old Roman treasure while on a weekend walk and it's unlike anything ever discovered before

A former soldier and part-time metal detectorist, Kevin Minto, discovered a nearly 1,700-year-old Roman gold ring near Ilminster, Somerset. The unique ring, weighing 48 grams and featuring an engraved image of Victoria, was acquired by the South West Heritage Trust for 78,010. Minto received over 19,500 from the sale, with the ring now set for public display.