15th century sapphire ring found by metal detectorist stars in our pick of five auction highlights

ATG’s weekly selection of items that caught bidders’ eyes includes a 15th century gold and sapphire ring unearthed near a medieval nunnery that more than doubled its estimate.

1. 15th century sapphire ring – £14,000

This 15th century gold ring, set with a rhomb-shaped table-…

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