Discovered 500-year-old pure gold ring with special engraving

For two years, a team of archaeologists from Archaeologists, the Swedish government agency that manages national historical museums, has been studying the old city of Kalmar, on the Baltic coast. The old city was the city center from the early 13th century to the mid-17th century.

The archaeological project focused on 50 medieval plots, 10 streets and parts of the city wall from centuries ago. And the results exceeded all experts' expectations.

According to Newsweek magazine on March 11, researchers have excavated the remains of hundreds of buildings, underground tunnels, streets and artifacts from 1250 to 1650.

“We were able to lift the veil of secrecy about the city in the Middle Ages and have the opportunity to learn how people lived, what they ate, and how these habits changed over time,” said project director Magnus Stibéus.

Among the 30,000 objects found, archaeologists discovered a pure gold ring, engraved with the image of Jesus and believed to date from the early 15th century. Based on its size, they believe the owner of the ring was a woman.

The ring is in almost new condition and Mr. Stibéus believes that someone had the misfortune to lose it about half a millennium ago.

Along with the ring, archaeologists also discovered “alsengem,” a small glass stone that is believed to have been used as a talisman for pilgrims. “Alsengems” take their name from the Danish island of Als, where they were first discovered. The discovery helps future generations understand the beliefs and spiritual lives of the people who lived in the ancient city of Kalmar hundreds of years ago.

The stone dates from the 13th or 14th century and features three carvings. Mr Stibéus said the stone was “damaged and probably thrown away”.

Excavations have also revealed evidence of the city's tumultuous past, including traces of the Kalmar War that devastated the region in the early 17th century. Burnt buildings, cannonballs and musket balls are haunting reminders of the conflict that once engulfed these cities.

Minh Hoa (t/h)

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