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Gold wedding ring recovered from Shoreham on sea

  • from Kent (England, United Kingdom)
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Simona contacted me a few days ago , she explained that her husband Dave hadlost his gold wedding ring whist swimming at low tide on a beach at Shoreham on sea , it was estimated he was approximately 50 meters out when the loss occurred.

i checked the tide times for this area , and realised this morning’s very low tide could give us a fighting chance of recovering Dave’sgold wedding band .

we met on the beach at 06:30 giving me a good two hours until this very low tide turned, i started grinding out the wet sand , following the tide out , for the first 90 minutes the only targets were a couple of  coins , then I got a target of 46 on my Manticore detector , sitting 2 inches deep in saturated sand , when I handed the precious gold band back to them the look of amazement on Simona and Dave’s  face was a sight to behold , as they were convinced his wedding ring was gone forever , another “ you’ve just made my day/week/month etc “thanks to theringfinders.com

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Wildwood Crest NJ Lost Wedding Band Found in Ocean by Ring Finders South Jersey John Favano

  • from North Wildwood (New Jersey, United States)
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Lost Ring Recovered in the Ocean | Wildwood Crest, NJ Ring Recovery

A lost ring in the ocean can feel impossible to recover. Every passing wave seems to carry it farther away. Fortunately, that is not always the case.

I received a call from Marilyn after she lost her ring in the rough surf at Wildwood Crest, New Jersey. The waves were strong, and conditions were challenging. Even so, I headed to the beach immediately because every minute matters during a water recovery.

When I arrived, Marilyn explained exactly where she believed the ring slipped off. The surf was rough and constantly shifting the sand. Recovering jewelry in moving water requires experience, patience, and the right metal detecting equipment.

I carefully worked the search area while waves pushed against me. Each pass required focus because the surf made detecting difficult. Despite the challenging conditions, I stayed with the search.

After a thorough grid search, my detector signaled a promising target. A few moments later, Marilyn’s lost ring was safely back in her hands.

Her reaction made every wave worth fighting.

Later, Marilyn shared her experience.

“I lost my ring in the ocean on a day when the waves were pretty choppy and honestly didn’t think I’d ever see it again. I called John, and he showed up in no time. He was calm and reassuring, which definitely helped.”

Corinne also witnessed the recovery and left this review.

“John was at the beach in no time after being called. The water was rough and he was taking a beating out there… but he found the lost ring in the ocean!!!! We couldn’t believe it.”

Reviews like these mean everything to me. Every recovery represents someone’s memories, commitment, and treasured moments. Returning those items is why I love helping families throughout South Jersey.

I am John Favano of Ring Finders South Jersey and a proud member of The Ring Finders since 2016. I have recovered hundreds of lost rings and valuable jewelry using professional metal detecting equipment and proven search techniques. My experience allows me to recover jewelry from dry sand, wet sand, shallow water, parks, yards, and other locations.

If you lose a wedding ring, engagement ring, class ring, necklace, or other valuable jewelry, contact me as quickly as possible. Fast action greatly improves recovery chances before tides, waves, or beach traffic move the item.

Ring Finders South Jersey proudly serves Wildwood Crest, Wildwood, Cape May, North Wildwood, Ocean City, Sea Isle City, Avalon, Stone Harbor, Brigantine, Margate, Ventnor, Strathmere, Longport, and beaches throughout South Jersey.

If you’ve lost a ring in Wildwood Crest, NJ, I’m ready to help turn a stressful day into a successful recovery.

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Family Heirloom Quickly Recovered, Jersey Shore, Recovered by Edward Trapper, NJ Ring Finder

  • from Lavallette (New Jersey, United States)
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Lost Heirloom Engagement Ring Recovered at the Jersey Shore – Just After Sunrise!

Recovery by Edward Trapper – NJ Ring Finder

Serving Long Beach Island & All of New Jersey

I received a call from Sam, who was desperate to find his fiancée Megan’s lost engagement ring. The couple had been spending the holiday weekend at the Jersey Shore with family, enjoying a beautiful beach day.

At some point during the day, Megan removed her engagement ring—a family heirloom—for safekeeping and placed it in a beach bag lying near their towels. Throughout the day, the bag was used frequently, and by the time they returned to the house that evening, the ring was gone.

They rushed back to the beach and searched frantically, but had no luck. That’s when Sam reached out to me for help.

I immediately drove up to the beach and met them at the exact location. The beach was already getting crowded with people gathering for the fireworks show, but they were able to show me where they had been. We searched the area thoroughly. Even some nearby beachgoers moved their setups to give us room—but still no sign of the ring.

I expanded the search all the way to the high tide line and beyond, covering every possible location the bag may have been moved to. After a long, careful search with no success, I told them that if I had the chance, I’d return early the next morning.

On the drive home, I couldn’t shake the feeling that the ring was still out there—just waiting to be found.

At 5:00 AM the next morning, I returned to the beach and began searching again. Within minutes, I heard a clear signal—and there it was: a stunning heirloom engagement ring safely in my scoop.

About an hour later, Megan returned my call in total shock. She and Sam hurried back to the beach to be reunited with the ring they had feared was lost forever.

This was a recovery I’ll never forget—one that shows how important it is not to give up. I’m so glad I was able to help bring it back home where it belongs.

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Wedding ring lost at bay beach. Seaside Park, New Jersey recovered by Edward Trapper NJ Ring Finder. NC

  • from Lavallette (New Jersey, United States)
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Just after dinner I received a phone call from Vinny asking if I could help locate his lost wedding ring and his wife’s wedding ring. They had been searching for days, tearing apart the house and retracing every step they had taken during their vacation in SSP. They checked sidewalks, roads, and anywhere they could think of, but had no luck.
Eventually, they narrowed the search area down to a small bay beach in SSP where they believed the rings may have been lost.
The weather forecast wasn’t looking promising, but I figured I had enough time to make it to the beach before the approaching storm rolled in. When I arrived, Vinny explained again that we were searching for his wedding ring and his wife’s wedding ring.
I began searching the area where they believed the rings were lost. Almost immediately, I received a beautiful signal. A few scoops later, out popped his wife’s wedding band! Vinny was thrilled.
As I continued searching, I asked him to describe his wedding ring once more. I got another strong signal only a few feet from where I found the first ring. But this wasn’t a man’s wedding band—it was a gorgeous woman’s engagement ring.
Vinny happened to be on the phone with his wife, so I asked him exactly what her ring looked like. Suddenly he exclaimed, “Oh my gosh! My wife just told me she lost her engagement ring too!”
That was the first time anyone mentioned a third ring.
I held the ring up for Vinny to see and the shock and excitement on his face was priceless. What started as a search for two wedding rings had suddenly become the recovery of an engagement ring as well.
I continued searching for Vinny’s wedding band, but during the search he received another phone call. This time, his wife had found his wedding ring tucked away on their stroller where it had been hiding the entire time.
It may have been a little confusing keeping track of which rings were lost and which were found, but in the end it was a wonderful outcome. Vinny was incredibly grateful, and after chatting for a few more minutes, we both headed home happy.
Another successful recovery by NJ Ring Finder!

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Lost Diamond Ring – Dauphin Island

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Last night I received a text from Vickey that said, “Do you still look for rings?”

Well… yes ma’am. I certainly do.

Earlier that day, she had lost her engagement ring of more than 50 years while enjoying a family beach day on Dauphin Island. Thinking it would be safer tucked away in the beach bag than on her finger, she had placed it inside. At some point, her daughter hurriedly dug through the bag looking for a towel, and somewhere in the process the treasured ring disappeared.

We arranged to meet at the beach this afternoon. When I arrived, Vickey had marked the area near a large stick stuck in the sand where she believed they had been sitting. I carefully gridded the entire area—nothing. She thought maybe they had been further back, so we expanded the search farther back from the water. Still nothing.

After nearly an hour, Vickey and her family had to leave for home. I told her I’d stay a little longer and keep trying.

Before continuing, I looked one more time at a photo she had texted me from their beach day. The sand near the water looked flatter than where we had been looking. She also had mentioned they were using a beach wagon, and standing there on the beach, I also noticed faint wagon tracks—but they were on the opposite side of the marker stick from where we’d been searching.

On a hunch, I shifted my search grid about 15 feet.

Within minutes, I found a few freshly dropped coins—two nickels and a dime. That’s often a good sign that I’m finally in the right area. Then came a beautiful, solid tone. Before I even scooped the sand, I caught a glimpse of gold peeking through.

There it was.

Vickey’s engagement ring.

I immediately called her and asked, “How far away are you?” Thankfully, they hadn’t made it very far and turned around right away. About ten minutes later, I had the privilege of slipping her treasured ring back onto her finger where it belongs.

Moments like these are exactly why I love doing lost ring recoveries. It’s never just about finding a piece of jewelry—it’s about returning decades of memories, love, and family history.

Another happy ending on Dauphin Island, and another reminder that sometimes persistence, a little detective work, and a lot of prayer are the perfect combination.

If you’ve lost a ring in the Mobile, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, or Dauphin Island area, don’t give up. Many rings can be recovered—even when all hope seems lost.

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Gold Wedding Ring Lost In The Beach Sand, Found With A Metal Detector, On Long Sands Beach, York, Maine

  • from Old Orchard Beach (Maine, United States)
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🇺🇸 A JULY 4TH RESCUE! 🇺🇸

On Saturday, July 4th, as our nation was celebrating our 250th anniversary, I received a call from Nick. Nick had arrived at Long Sands Beach in York Beach, Maine. It was still early in the morning as he, his family, and his friends were setting up their beach spot with a large umbrella, chairs, and other gear.

☀️ THE ACCIDENT ☀️
Nick had sat down in his beach chair to apply sun protection. He took his wedding ring off and placed it on his lap. Once finished with the lotion, Nick stood up and, moments later, realized his wedding ring was now somewhere in the sand.

❌ FRUITLESS SEARCHING ❌
After getting help from others in his beach group, they realized walking through the area and sifting sand with their fingers was fruitless. They knew they may actually be moving the ring out of the area or even pushing it deeper into the beach sand.

🛑 QUICK THINKING! 🛑
Nick wisely had everyone stop looking for the ring and then called me. He also made a very good decision and stopped all traffic through the area by positioning the beach chairs in a circle around the zone where the ring was thought to be. Great job, Nick!!!

🚗 ON THE WAY 🚗
Nick asked if I could come down and search for his wedding ring. Enough said—Cheryl and I were on our way to York.

🅿️ THE PARKING NIGHTMARE 🅿️
Because it was a Saturday and a July 4th holiday weekend, traffic and parking were big issues up and down the Southern Maine Coast. The travel time was longer than usual and parking was nonexistent in York. Streets and lots near the beach were completely full.

🥵 THE TREK 🥵
After driving further and further from the beach area, Cheryl and I finally found a spot, but it came with a physical price. The parking spot was literally eight-tenths of a mile from where Nick was on the beach!Cheryl and I grabbed the equipment and started walking. It was very hot, and I wasn’t looking forward to the return walk to the vehicle, but I knew I would be in a great mood if I could find Nick’s wedding ring. I called Nick to tell him we were getting close, and he said he would meet us at the lifeguard stand.

🏖️ THE ARRIVAL 🏖️
Once Cheryl and I arrived, we saw Nick waving to us. We made our way over to the scene of the lost ring, and I started searching just behind the chair Nick had been sitting in.

🔍 THE FIRST ATTEMPT 🔍
His wedding ring was not behind the chair. I asked if the chairs could be moved backward a little bit, out of the way. As the chairs were being moved, I started searching the side of the umbrella where Nick had been sitting. My first grid pass resulted in no targets.

✨ FOUND IT! ✨
As I started my second grid pass, I heard Nick say, “I see it!” Nick then bent over and picked up his wedding ring. It was actually just a little outside the zone where they thought it would be.

🧐 A BEACH MYSTERY 🧐
Had the ring stuck to Nick for a few steps when he got up? Had it been moved while everyone was searching for it? We will never know! We believe the ring was covered by sand as people started moving chairs and coolers, but then became uncovered again by the activity of clearing the area

.🎉 BACK TO CELEBRATING 🎉Either way, Nick was absolutely thrilled to have his ring back, and the tension instantly vanished. It was time for Nick and his group to get back to celebrating the holiday and enjoying life!

🥾 THE HIKE BACK 🥾
Cheryl and I started our long hike back to our vehicle, already wondering what adventure would be waiting for us next on this hot holiday weekend

.💬 A BEAUTIFUL MESSAGE FROM NICK 💬
Later that afternoon, I received the following text from Nick:”The relief you bring to people must be rewarding to witness. And your willingness to help others, especially on a holiday, is extremely generous. You saved me a lot of guilt and anxiety, and I can’t thank you enough for the service. Take care and be well. – Nick”

❤️ WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO ❤️Nick, it is extremely rewarding! There is absolutely nothing like seeing someone get their sentimental ring back and watching the smiles spread across their face. We truly have the best job in the world, and we love every minute of it.

🙌 Remember: If It Matters To You, It Matters To Us! 🙌

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Lost Citrine Wedding Ring Recovered, Truckee River, Lake Tahoe

  • from South Lake Tahoe (California, United States)
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While I was in the Truckee River searching for a different wedding ring, near the River Ranch raft take-out, I got a voicemail requesting help finding another lost wedding ring in the Truckee River.
This new client described the ring loss location, which turned out to be six tenths of a mile upstream in a deep eddy. She sent the pinned map location via a text message. After driving the short distance, I was able to find parking and walk down to the river bank. Four ducks welcomed me as I donned my fins and diving mask, obviously expecting me to provide breakfast. Within five minutes, (using my blu3 Nemo dive system and XP Deus 2 metal detector), I was able to detect and scoop up the Sterling Silver Citrine Wedding Ring that was buried in sand about seven feet underwater.
The client was very happy to have her wedding ring back on her finger.

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Wedding Ring found in Fort Worth Texas

  • from Fort Worth (Texas, United States)
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Nancy call me about loosing her wedding ring while gardening in her sons front yard flower bed on 6/19/2026. I came out the following day 6/11/2026 and was able to locate it in the front yard grass after about 30 minutes of searching. Thank you Nancy for the reward.

 

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Lost wedding band found in Fort Worth Texas

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Nathan call me about loosing his wedding band while mowing his yard on 5/3/2026. We scheduled to come out on 5/12/2026 and started the search in his front yard after about 30 minutes I found it in the right front side of the house. He wasn’t present but his mother was very happy. Thank you for the reward Nathan.

 

 

 

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Ring Lost Playing Football,Beach Haven NJ, recovered by Edward Trapper, NJ Ring Finder

  • from Lavallette (New Jersey, United States)
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Catherine called to see if I was available to come to the beach and help find her husband’s lost wedding ring. They had been playing football near the dunes when the ball struck Eric’s hand, sending the ring flying into the sand. Despite searching on their own, they couldn’t find it and decided to give me a call.

About 20 minutes later, I met them on the beach, and they showed me the area where they believed the ring had come off. I carefully searched the spot but came up empty. While talking with everyone who had been there that day, one of their friends mentioned she thought the ring may have landed about 20 feet farther south from where we were searching.

I walked over to the new area and started detecting. Within moments, I got a strong signal. Sure enough, she had been standing almost directly over the missing ring the whole time! A quick scoop of sand revealed the wedding band, bringing an immediate smile and a huge sense of relief.

Recoveries like this are a great reminder that every little detail matters. Sometimes just one extra piece of information is all it takes to turn a frustrating loss into a happy ending.

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