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


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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Later That Same Day… Back to My Old Neighborhood 🏙️💍
The second ring search of the day brought me somewhere very familiar — my old hood, Co-op City.
This one is a bit more private, so I’ll keep the details close, but here’s what matters: three separate rings somehow went out a window from the 12th floor of a Section 5 tower building. How that happened is a story in itself — and one I’ll keep private out of respect for the people involved.
When I got the call, I could hear the stress in my man Smith’s voice. Losing one ring is bad enough… losing three like that? That’s the kind of situation that doesn’t let you sleep.
Standing there, I looked up twelve floors, then back down at the snow-covered ground below. Moments like this make you pause. You cross your fingers, take a deep breath, and trust the process.
Before long, the detector gave me the sound I was hoping for.
One diamond ring recovered! A band and diamond companion still to be found.
I’ll be back in a couple of days, once the snow melts, to continue the search… and the rest of this story is still waiting to be written.

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…


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!


Del Mar Metal detector service here to help find your lost jewelry. Call Or text Curtis Cox 760 889 2751 The Ring Finder San Diego
During the summer of July 2025 a wedding ring was lost in the sand at Del Mar beach club San Diego. Fortunately they found my contact info online and I was able to find this precious ring the same day. This doesn’t always play out the same way if I’m contacted too many days after.
If you lost your jewelry at the beach don’t hesitate to call me. Time will work against you as there are hundreds of treasure hunters scouring California beaches for YouTube content & what you’d consider keepsake.


San Diego Metal detector service here to help find your lost jewelry. Call Curtis Cox 760 889 2751
During the 4th of July a wedding ring was lost in the sand at Solana Beach San Diego. I was able to find it that same night while the fireworks lit up the dark night using a metal detector. They were so relieved I could find this precious ring for them before becoming forever gone.
If you lost your jewelry at the beach don’t hesitate to contact me. Time will work against you as there are hundreds of treasure hunters scouring California beaches for YouTube content & what you’d consider keepsake.
Received a call today from a young lady who asked about my ring recovery services. After a few mins of going over the details, she agreed she wanted me to come out and try to find her 14k engagement ring.
She lost her ring while doing some yardwork about four months prior to calling me. She provided me her address and said they wouldn’t be home. I advised her I will go and if found, I will put it in a secure location and send her the details.
I drive an hour and forty-five mins to get to her house. Set up my machine to locate the ring in the range it should have been in. VDI 40-65 on the Deus 2. After about an hour I get a VDI 48 and dig down about 2-3 inches and I see the beautiful gold roundness that I had been hoping for!!
After I sent her the pictures to confirm I had found it, she proceeds to tell me that not only had it been lost for 4 months, but it was also her husband’s Great Grandmothers ring!!! 😱😱😱 A priceless family heirloom that means a lot more than just a symbol of their love.
I love what I do, because of happy stories just like this that makes me hate even more the ones I can’t find!
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Ring count for 2025: 169 (27 – recoveries)
GOLD – 32 (19 – recoveries)
GOLD/SILVER – 2 (2 – recoveries)
PLATNIUM – 3 (3 – recoveries)
SILVER – 44 (3 – recoveries)
VINTAGE – 3
JUNK – 85
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It was an awesome morning and one I will not forget anytime soon.
I got a call from a lady who had taken a slip in her driveway and didn’t realize until later that she had lost all three of her rings. By the time she noticed, they were already buried somewhere under snow and ice.I headed out for a first attempt but Mother Nature had other plans. The ground was frozen solid and the snowpack was thick, so after a thorough search we had to wait for better conditions.
A couple of days later, with warmer temperatures and most of the snow finally melted, I went back for round two. That is when the mystery was solved. The rings were not in the driveway at all. They had ended up in the neighbor’s garden, most likely shoveled there when the snow was cleared after her fall.
This recovery felt more like a gold rush than a ring search. I was chipping away at leftover ice with a hammer, feeling like a miner digging for gold. One by one, all three rings were located and recovered.
The relief and excitement on her face said it all. What started as a painful fall and a stressful loss turned into a happy ending and an unforgettable morning. Another great recovery and a reminder that sometimes patience and persistence make all the difference.
Decking his halls with ornaments bright
Steve lost his gold ring in the snow one night
I drove many miles arrived with bells on
Santa came early to search the lawn
Over cold ground like old prophesy
I presented a gift of gold like the Magi
Steve’s face lit up like a Christmas tree
Christmas had come early bringing untold glee
Jonathan

