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LOST 18K GOLD ENGAGEMENT RING IN SALISBURY, NC…..FOUND!!!!

  • from Raleigh (North Carolina, United States)
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This young man called me up saying he lost his wife’s 18k gold engagement ring! I’m thinking to myself, “HOW DID YOU LOSE IT?!?” I said ok tell me what happend..

Story goes, It was getting dark, they were on a walk enjoying spending time together. It was cold, they were horsing around and she was afraid of losing her ring so she takes it off and puts it on her thumb to slid it into her husband’s shirt pocket for “SAFE KEEPING”!! A few mins later he did something to cause her to chase him and he stumbles and falls down a slope. He didn’t think anything about it until he realized he lost his watch. Then he checked his shirt pocket, and his heart sank, the ring wasn’t there!!!!

He called me up and I shot over in the dark. He wasn’t 100% sure where he fell so I was scanning about 50 yards of possibilities. Lots if signales and sadly I didn’t find it that night. I advised him to try and find his watch during the day and to try and narrow the search area a little.

The next day he goes back to site and finds his watch. It was just about dark again and rain was coming in on Saturday. So I told him I’ll be there first thing Sunday morning!

I arrive, get my gear and we walk over to where he found his watch. I set my machine to 40-61 range, because the ring looked very thin. I didn’t find it, so I changed my range to VDI 40-72. BOOM! Got a 62 and there it was just under some dirt!!!

I love helping people find lost items! It makes my heart happy and to see the joy, happiness and relief on their face!

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Ring count for 2026: 2 (2 – recovery)

GOLD – 2 (2 – recovery)

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Clemson Class Ring Lost in the Soft Sand, Found and Returned Litchfield, SC

  • from North Myrtle Beach (South Carolina, United States)
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This search started just before 6 pm on Jan. 2nd, 2026, when I received a phone call from Jack saying his friend Kai had lost his Clemson class ring. Jack confirmed they were in the dry sand and that they would meet me there. I told him I’d be there in 30-45 minutes, grabbed my Equinox 800 and was on my way.

When I got there, I followed Jack into the resort and back to where they were on the beach. I got to meet Kai, and he explained that he had been throwing a Frisbee when he felt the ring come off. A huge help was the fact that Kai and Jack had set two beer cans in the sand where Kai had been standing. They also left the Frisbee where it landed with another beer can in the sand. They were just above the high tide line when this happened. So, I started a north/south grid search between the two areas stretching the search out in both directions with no luck. I finally asked Kai to demonstrate his throw and when he did, I knew I wasn’t in the right area. In his demonstration, he showed that he heaved the Frisbee with his hand ending up high and to the far right. It was pitch black and getting cold, so I talked with Kai and Jack and told them I was there until I found it or exhausted searching the entire area. I also told them if they wanted to leave that I would definitely call them and keep them updated. I think both Jack and Kai’s girlfriends were with them plus a couple of others and they were getting hungry. Again, I assured them I’d stay connected and they left. I redirected my search to past the landing point of the Frisbee and higher up on the beach, just off the dunes. On my first line and just about even with where Kai had been standing, I got a solid hit. Knowing the ring was a heavy yellow gold ring, the VDI (visual display indicator) would show up in the mid to high teens. This signal was coming up in the 17-18 range. It took 3 scoops to get the target out, which surprised me that it was so deep. Got the target out of the hole, turned on my head lamp and saw the target in the pile of sand. It wasn’t until I picked up the target, cleaned the sand off it that I realized I had Kai Clemson ring. I took a quick picture and sent it to Jack and immediately got a call back. Jack said they’re turning around and would be there in 5 minutes. Kai came running out on the beach to where I was and I showed him the hole and where it was in conjunction to where he was standing when he threw the Frisbee. We walked back to the cars, he thanked me again and we said our goodbyes. He left a very happy young man!

Jack – Thank you so much for giving me a call to help.

Kai – I’m so happy that I was able to find and return your lost treasure. Take care and the best to you!

Jim

   

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Lost Yellow Gold Wedding Band at Aulani Beach Ko Olina Resort…FOUND!!!

  • from O‘ahu (Hawaii, United States)
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This ring find began when I got a call from Matt who was on vacation from Seattle and after returning from a swim went to flick a piece of beach slime from his hand his ring flew off and disappeared into the sand.  I told him I just got back from Ko Olina but after grabbing a bite to eat I would return to find his ring in the dry sand near the beach chairs.  When I arrived Matt waved me down as I entered the beach area.  We walked over to the search area and Matt described what had happened.  I assumed this would be a quick find and I would be on my way back home.  I searched the area in front of the chairs where Matt thought the ring should be.  No Ring!  We moved the chairs out of the way and searched again.  No Ring!  I expanded the search grid to double the size in each direction.  No Ring!  I started discussing to Matt about other possibilities and he began to think it might have fallen off in the water or elsewhere.  I decided to do a grid search at 90 degrees to the initial grid but this time I went way down towards the water.  Actually about triple the grid size and BOOM!  One scoop Big Gold Ring Found!  Matt didn’t know his own strength.  That ring went for a launch!  Big relief for Matt and his lovely wife Katherine.  Aloha to Matt and his family!

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Lost Gold Necklace and Medallion found at Emma Wood Beach in Ventura by Dave The RingFinder

  • from Santa Barbara (California, United States)
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Expert Metal Detecting Services in Ventura and Santa Barbara: Recover Your Lost Jewelry with Dave The RingFinder.
If you’ve lost your wedding ring, bracelet, golden grill, or necklace in the sand at the beach, don’t waste time or money on metal detector rental in Ventura or Santa Barbara. Instead, hire a professional metal detecting expert like Dave The RingFinder! As the top « metal detective » serving Ventura, Santa Barbara, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Carpinteria, Ojai, and all cities in between, Dave knows exactly how to find lost jewelry in the sand at the beach and stacks the odds in your favor for a successful recovery. Call or text Dave today at 805-290-5009 to create a customized plan and get your precious items back fast!
Just a couple of weeks ago, I received a frantic call from Lucy, who had lost her cherished heirloom gold necklace and medallion while swimming in the surf at Emma Wood Beach in Ventura. The loss happened at low tide, which meant any recovery attempt would involve braving the cold Pacific Ocean waves. I arrived at the site within an hour of her call and spent two hours battling the surf, but the necklace remained elusive. I explained to Lucy that an upcoming good minus tide on New Year’s Day could improve our chances, as the waves would recede further, allowing me to search deeper in the water.
Yesterday, it was time to head back out for another try. Since the initial loss, the area had seen over 8 inches of rain, causing significant sand movement and shifting tides—making the odds of recovery even slimmer. But with faith and my trusted Minelab Manticore detector, I prayed for success. After about 30 minutes of grid searching, I hit a deep non-ferrous tone with a fluctuating ID that screamed « valuable target. » Standing in shin-deep water, it took 10 determined scoops to extract it, as waves kept refilling the hole with sand. On that final scoop, I spotted the chain dangling from my scoop—Lucy’s family heirloom necklace was found!
When it comes to how to find lost jewelry in the sand at the beach, remember that time is critical. Tides, shifting sands, and even other hobbyists with metal detector rentals in Ventura or Santa Barbara can complicate things quickly. Skip the hassle of buying or renting a metal detector yourself and trust the local expert, Dave The RingFinder. Specializing in metal detecting services across Ventura County, Santa Barbara County, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Carpinteria, and surrounding areas, I’m here for beaches, shallow water, yards, or fields. Don’t delay—call or text Dave at 805-290-5009 now for professional jewelry recovery in Ventura and Santa Barbara!
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LOST GOLD HEIRLOOM WEDDING RING in HOPE MILLS, NC….FOUND!!!!

  • from Raleigh (North Carolina, United States)
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Well 2026 is off to a GOLDEN start!!!

Got a call from this guys sister-in-law saying her brother-in-law had lost his wedding ring at a volleyball pit while they were playing.

Story goes his back was to the net, hit the ball up and the ring flew off. They searched as best as they could but couldn’t find it. After about an hour i found it!

It had landed in the area of server spot.

Found out after I found it, it was actually a family heirloom!! The ring had belonged to his father. He gave it to him for his wedding.

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Ring count for 2026: 1 (1 – recovery)

GOLD – 1 (1 – recovery)

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Lost Ring Found Fort Worth TX

  • from Fort Worth (Texas, United States)
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I received a call from Christian on 12/29/25 saying that while throwing some trash his silver ring came off and he heard it bounce along the driveway into the grass. I scheduled to come out the next day and search for his ring. After about 15 minutes I found it and he was very happy. Thank you Christian for the reward!! Glad we found it!!

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Gold 10K Wedding Band Lost In 20″ Of Snow! Ozerna Neighbourhood, Edmonton Alberta.

  • from Edmonton (Alberta, Canada)
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Yesterday evening, I received a call from Justin requesting my metal detecting services to locate his lost yellow 10k gold wedding band in approximately 20 inches of snow in the common area of his condominium complex.

After asking Justin’s my usual questions, I agreed to assist him in locating his lost ring. We scheduled a time for 9:00 AM this morning.

Upon meeting Justin at his residence, he informed me that he and his wife were engaged in playing in the deep snow, creating snow angels. During this activity, Justin removed his glove to flick snow from his hand, inadvertently causing his wedding band to fall into the snow. They spent approximately 1.5 hours searching for the ring without any success. Consequently, they decided to utilize a metal detector and discovered the Ringfinders website, subsequently contacting me.

Despite the challenging conditions of approximately 1.5 hours in 20 inches of snow, I conducted a thorough search of the area where they played, ensuring that no ring tones were detected. Subsequently, I retraced my steps to the location where Justin removed his gloves, specifically close by the Spruce tree, where I successfully located his wedding band.

I extend my sincere gratitude to Justin and Ali for entrusting me with the responsibility of finding their ring.

Weather conditions in Edmonton this morning, December 28, 2025, are reported to be -23 Celsius with a windshield temperature of -30 Celsius.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Find a ring in the snow in Dobbs Ferry New York – Two Ring Searches, One Day — and an Incredible First Find ❄️💍

  • from Orchard Beach (New York, United States)
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Two Ring Searches, One Day — and an Incredible First Find ❄️💍

Today was a first for me: two ring searches scheduled in a single day. I had no idea how memorable the morning recovery would be — or how quickly it would unfold.

The first call brought me to Dobbs Ferry, in front of St. Cabrini’s Nursing Home, where William had been visiting his mom with his new wife the day prior. After the visit, the two of them stepped outside heading to their car and started doing what most couples do when there’s fresh snow on the ground — throwing snowballs at each other and laughing.

Somewhere in the middle of that fun, disaster struck.

William’s wife suddenly realized her platinum diamond ring was gone. The snow was deep, the ground completely covered, and panic set in fast. They were both devastated… they searched and search to no avail, but thankfully, they knew exactly who to call.

I arrived around 10:00 AM the very next morning, stepped out of my car, and began unloading my equipment. Within five minutes of starting the search — five minutes, in the snow — my detector gave the signal I was hoping for.

There it was.

The look on their faces said it all. Shock, relief, and pure disbelief. Honestly? As quiet as it’s kept… I was pretty shocked myself. In all my time detecting, I’ve never recovered a ring that fast.

It was a beautiful way to start the day — and a reminder of why I do what I do. I wished them both a happy and lucky New Year, feeling certain that God had His hand in this one.

There was another ring recovery still waiting for me later that day in my old hood (Co-op City!)— but that’s a story of its own coming soon…

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Lost — Gold Solitare Ring — New Smyrna Beach, FL — FOUND!!

  • from New Smyrna Beach (Florida, United States)
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My wife and I were on our way home from an evening of admiring Christmas lights in a nearby town, the kind of quiet drive where the glow of decorations lingers in your eyes. Halfway home, she received a text. It was our neighbor, Sheri.  Her text sent a note of worry—her niece had lost a ring somewhere in the backyard.

Myrna told her we’d be back shortly and that I’d give them a call. By the time we pulled into our driveway, I was already shifting gears. I headed into the garage, grabbed my detector, and walked over to Sheri’s house. As I approached, her brother-in-law Bob spotted me and waved, letting me know they’d meet me out back.

In the backyard, I was introduced to Jadah, the young lady who’d lost the ring. She explained she’d been doing cartwheels when it slipped off her finger and vanished into the grass. I asked what the ring was made of, and she showed me its twin—the matching ring from the set. Perfect. I smiled, already hearing its signature in my head.

I powered up the Minelab Manticore and began sweeping the lawn. It didn’t take long. On the second or third pass, I stopped and said confidently, “I have it.”

Jadah dropped to the grass, searching eagerly, but couldn’t spot it. I switched to the pinpointer, moved it slowly through the blades, and there it was—the ring revealed at last. A beautiful piece, catching the light even in the dim evening.

Jadah’s face lit up. “You are magical!” she said.

And just like that, a lost ring was reunited with its very happy owner—another small Christmas miracle, right there in the backyard. ✨

If you’ve lost a ring, keys, or even your phone—whether at the beach or in your backyard—don’t give up hope. Call Detector Ed at 757-419-0299. I’m available day or night. Call or text me as soon as possible—and please, don’t post about it on social media!

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Lost Wedding & Engagement Rings at White Plains Beach…FOUND!

  • from O‘ahu (Hawaii, United States)
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This ring find began when I woke up to a text from Brett that said, « Hey Joe, My wife lost both of our wedding rings yesterday at White Plains Beach.  She was looking after my ring whilst I was surfing.  We know the location she was digging in.  Are you able to help?  Sorry for the early morning message.  Included in the text were photos of the rings and where Chloe was digging in the sand with their baby daughter.  Since I was going to Ko Olina for a scuba dive, I figured I could divert to White Plains for the search.  I called Brett and he agreed to meet me there at first light.  Unfortunately, when I arrived it was high tide and pounding the area Chloe was in the sand.  I told Brett to stand on the spot in the pic that Chloe was at and I would detect around him.  As I hunted around the surf was blasting the two of us and it was all we could do to stay on the spot.  My coil was getting twisted on the shaft.  After a few minutes no targets were found and I was thinking the worst possible thing that the tide had consumed the rings.  I asked Brett to step to the right a bit and search the only place I hadn’t done yet.  Boom!  Two targets and Brett had been standing on them the whole time.  I scoop several times and brought up Chloe’s Engagement Ring first.  I gave it to Brett and he secured it away.  It took a bit but I finally found the second target.  A set was coming in and it was all I could do to stay on target.  Finally,  after several scoops Brett’s Gold band was in the scoop.  Brett said something about Being a Legend.  Maybe not that, but I will always give it my best shot.  What made the recovery extra special was Brett’s band was his Grandfather’s.  The day it was lost would have been his 99th birthday in Australia.  The day we found it was his 99th birthday in the USA!  What a special moment for him.  Much Aloha to Chloe & Brett!

 

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