A volunteer archaeologist has uncovered a centuries-old ring near the Scottish shore, dating back at least a millennium. John Ralph, a retired engineer and enthusiastic volunteer, stumbled upon this ancient piece of jewelry while participating in excavations at Burghead.
The excavation site is believed to have been a significant settlement during the Pictish kingdom between 500 and 1000 CE. Initially finding only glistening rocks, Ralph’s discovery of the ring was a turning point. Professor Gordon Noble of the University of Aberdeen described the find as “truly incredible,” noting the rarity of Pictish rings and the glimpses of a possible garnet setting on the ring.
The Picts, known as the “Painted Ones” by the Romans, were formidable warriors who played a crucial role in Scottish history. Despite their military prowess, the Picts eventually vanished from history by the end of the first millennium. The discovery of this ring not only connects us to this ancient group but also contributes to our understanding of a kingdom that has since faded into obscurity.
The ring is currently undergoing analysis at the National Museum of Scotland, shedding light on a fascinating period in Scotland’s past.
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