Medieval Treasures Uncovered

Recently three different finds were made (two with those handy metal detectors -- hooray for modern gizmos!) of interest to medieval enthusiasts:

• John Stevens, 42, from Hinckley, found a rare gold ring with a black diamond with his metal detector. The ring may date to the 11th century, and could be worth tens of thousands of pounds. Find out more (and see a nice pic) in the item by Jessica Salter at the Telegraph.
  
  
• Fork lift truck driver Andy Sales, from Deal, used a metal detector to uncover a gold pendant that may date back as far as the 5th century. The piece was made from the visogothic imitation of a Byzantine coin. Check out the photo and find out more in the piece by Gerry Warren at KentOnline.
  
  
• A unique Byzantine seal, four silver rings, and the ruins of a castle were among the items discovered by archaeologists near the Thracian sanctuary of Perperikon in Bulgaria. No photos, but intriguing information in the article by Elitsa Savova at Sophia Echo.