Nantwich Museum has launched a fundraising campaign to purchase a post-medieval (circa AD 1650-1750) ring found in Cheshire.
The gold and enamelled ‘fede’ ring – which was discovered in Acton – has been valued at £2,000.
The museum must now raise this sum through donations I order to complete the acquisition.
The ring band is decorated with three pairs of clasped hands. The hands are largely covered in opaque white enamel.
Experts say the ring is possibly a marriage/betrothal ring and it’s in good overall condition.
Museum manager Kate Dobson commented: “We hope we can find the money to ensure that this beautiful ring stays in Nantwich for the public to enjoy.”
Buying the ring would further enhance the museum’s Treasures of Nantwich exhibition, which has been developed over a number of years to include Roman, Saxon and Tudor artefacts.
Kate added: “If you can help with a donation, no matter how small, then this will be greatly appreciated.”
Donations to help buy the Acton Ring can be made through the Nantwich Museum website.