Thursday, May 19, 2011

Laneshaw Bridge archaeologist unearths medieval ring

An archaeology enthusiast from Laneshaw Bridge has made the discovery of a lifetime.

Craig Scott was on a rally with Lune Valley Metal Detection Club when he unearthed a medieval ring from a field near Kirkby Lonsdale.

The 14th Century silver ring is engraved with the letters “IhESVS”, ancient lombardic script for the name Jesus.

Click here to read this article from Pendle Today