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The treasure of a ‘traitor’: Amateur metal detectorist unearths 350-year-old ring that belonged to King Charles II’s courtier who was hung, drawn and quartered after being FRAMED for treason in 1678

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  • Michelle Vall, 53, of Blackpool found the artefact under six inches of mud
  • It is in perfect condition and is believed to be worth up to £10,000 
  • The signet ring belonged to Edward Colman, who worked for King Charles II 
  • He was hung, drawn and quartered in 1678 in London accused of treason 
  • Colman was convicted as part of the Popish Plot which was a fake conspiracy

An immaculately preserved gold ring from the 17th century has been found by an amateur metal detectorist in Scotland. 

The signet ring is in perfect condition and is believed to be worth up to £10,000 and previously belonged to a King's courtier who was wrongly executed for treason. 

It belonged to Edward Colman, who worked for King Charles II before being hung, drawn and quartered in 1678. 

Treasure hunter Michelle Vall, 53, of Blackpool found the artefact under six inches of mud while holidaying at Loch Lomond. 

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