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HER Number:MDV133931
Name:Findspot of post Medieval ring, Sticklepath

Summary

Post Medieval silver-gilt finger ring with two bevels found in 2015. Retained by finder after being disclaimed as Treasure. The band is oval with a D-shaped cross section. The outer surface exhibits a moulded design of a series of projecting pellets. The inside of the band is inscribed with the legend 'LET VERTVE GIDE' followed by a stamped mark, possibly a flower.

Location

Grid Reference:SX 64 94
Map Sheet:SX69SW
Admin AreaDartmoor National Park
Civil ParishSticklepath
DistrictWest Devon
Ecclesiastical ParishSAMPFORD COURTENAY

Protected Status: none recorded

Other References/Statuses

  • PAS FindspotCode: SOM-823925

Monument Type(s) and Dates

  • FINDSPOT (XVI to XVII - 1600 AD (Between) to 1660 AD (Between))

Full description

British Museum, 2023, Portable Antiquities Scheme, 2023, SOM-823925 (Website). SDV365320.

(Found 2015) A post medieval silver gilt finger ring. The band is oval with a D-shaped cross section. The outer surface exhibits a moulded design of a series of projecting pellets. The inside of the band is inscribed with the legend 'LET VERTVE GIDE' followed by a stamped mark, possibly a flower. Returned to finder after being disclaimed as Treasure. See record for full details.

Sources / Further Reading

SDV365320Website: British Museum. 2023. Portable Antiquities Scheme, 2023. https://finds.org.uk/database. Website. SOM-823925. [Mapped feature: #140195 ]

Associated Monuments: none recorded

Associated Finds

  • FDV8083 - FINGER RING (XVI to XVII - 1600 AD to 1660 AD)

Associated Events: none recorded


Date Last Edited:Feb 27 2023 4:24PM