Medieval 'love motto' gold ring found near Frinton
The ring is engraved in French, the language of courtly love, and reads: "I desire to serve you".
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The ring is engraved in French, the language of courtly love, and reads: "I desire to serve you".
A fragment of a torc - a decorative neck ring - was discovered in a field near Mistley on the River Stour. The Bronze Age artefact has now been officially declared as treasure by a coroner.
The 3,000-year-old gold torc is the first to be reported to as treasure in Essex, says an expert.
The ring was worn in the 2nd century and the wearer would have sought the god's protection.
Metal detectorist discovers "magical" gold pendant with Hebrew inscription in Great Tey. The ancient pendant reflects the belief in the power of Hebrew language.