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Buckhorn State Park Ring Fished Out of Lake

  • from Green Bay (Wisconsin, United States)
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I received a text message from George on Monday, July 6th with the following: “Hey Jeff, I lost my wedding ring this past weekend in the lake playing with a beach ball…can you come and look for it?” The lake he is referring to is Castle Rock Lake. Buckhorn State Park is uniquely situated on a large peninsula that juts out into Castle Lake.  It is an artificial lake on the Wisconsin River and is the 4th largest in our beautiful state. It is known for its hiking and swimming, sandy beaches, pontoon rentals, tubing at Sandy Shores, and live music at waterfront restaurants.

George and his son Ben, who made the journey with him, ventured 3 ½ hours from the Chicago metro area, in the very early hours of Tuesday morning, July 7th to meet at the park entrance. George was very concerned about finding his wedding ring.

George was very clear with instructions to me where he lost his ring playing with the beach ball. In short order, the ring was recovered and placed back on his finger. George was more than ecstatic that his ring was found. He will be celebrating his 20th wedding anniversary this fall with his beautiful bride and would have been crushed if the ring had not been recovered. We wish him and his bride the best for the next twenty years.

 

 

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My Last Recovery For About A Month, Sea Gull Beach, Cape Cod, MA

  • from Cape Cod (Massachusetts, United States)
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July 8, 2026

I was prepped for a month without detecting for a lost item. My bag was packed for the trip to the hospital and with a cup of coffee, and the 6:30 news about over and I was relaxed. Not to be, the phone rang and a distressed caller told me how he and a few friends from his wedding party, just 22 hours before he was left on the beach to FIND HIS RING. As you can guess his wife was not too pleased with her husband. Now I am only theorizing on just how that might have gone.

I remembered the one time I “lost” my ring. I did not tell my wife as I was sure I left it in my tool box at work. With “helpful” suggestions such as “just buy one on the way home, your wife will never know. Well 11AM I could not anguish over it any more, I called home to “find out” if anything was found around the house…silence…did you loose something like a wedding band. 59 years married and we still can laugh over that.

I told Mark of another Ring Findger that probably could come from the end of the Cape to help him out of his situation. And I hung up. the phone. When I went to put the scratch paper away it hit me, Sea Gull beach was only 5 minutes from my house. I immediately called Mark back and said I would be there in 5 minutes.

Well seven minutes and I was at the beach, drew a 5X5 foot square area in the sand. The area looked more like the crators on the moon. Yes, the wedding party had the right idea, the right location but not the correct equipment. All their searching only cause the ring to sink down into the sand by a good 8 inches. One minute later and I was headed home and told my wife not to let me go out again, until I healed and got the OK from my doctor, hopefully on July 20th.

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Cape Cod, Yarmouth, MA Ring Finder Found Lost Cartier Love Bracelet and Returns it

  • from Cape Cod (Massachusetts, United States)
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July 3, 2026

The 4th was nearing, the temperatures, both air and water, were on the rise as were the crowds on Cape Cod beaches. I was taking an Ice Tea break from chores that needed doing around the house when the phone rang. The caller, Megan, told me of a lost, very sentimental, bracelet in waist deep water and the tide was coming in. I had no choice but to go immediately and I did.

I arrived at the beach and was told of 14 coins dropped around the area where the loss occurred. I did not waste much time in the usual chat before I begin searching. I had the area pointed out, and the coins to help me zero in on the exact area to search. Over an hour of searching and I started having doubt in my detector and the area I been shown as I had not found a single coin. It had to be a faulting detector. I made a quick dash back to the car for my back-up detector. Another half hour and still no coin, the tide had crested and now was on its way out. The family crowd nearing twenty began packing up and heading home for dinner.

I was determined to find the coins dropped and the bracelet. I had been shown a matching bracelet and I knew the coins were quarters. How could I be missing that many targets? It had to be the area was further off shore than I had been told. Just before Megan left I found a quarter. I now had to stay for the tide to recede and I did. Another half hour and I had half the coins, Thinking I had located another I took a scoop and there it was the gold Cartier Love Brace and a quarter so I thought. A quarter, yes, but no bracelet. How could it have gotten out of the scoop, was I imagining seeing the bracelet? After 4 hours of getting beat by the waves my mind probably was playing a trick on me. I took another scan of the area at my feet there was another target and there it was the bracelet, but only a half a golden circle. Had I broken it in half while scooping for the target? How was I going to tell Megan? Where was the other half?

While I was continuing my search, now in chin deep water, a mother and two young children returned to the beach bringing me a Thank You note and a box of sweets for my efforts. But I was not going to leave the target area I was in until I had the other balf of the bracelet and it paid off. Two more quarters and the other half of the bracelet was retrieved and safely resting in my goody pouch. Persistence and a lower tide was all it took to almost complete the story. But first a few details of the bracelets history that Megan sent to me. Read on and you will learn why I am so persistent and one of the World Wide Group TheRingFinders.com.

Rick!

We cannot thank you enough!!!!

Added for the Cartier Love Bracelet Story: My dad passed away 6 years ago and the last piece of jewelry he bought my mom (Karen) and me were matching Cartier Love bracelets …while playing in the ocean with her grand kids one of her grandsons pointed out that he saw her bracelet fall off the side of the float they were on- all family members immediately got in the water to help her look but had no luck- I found your information online and called after about an hour … and well you know the rest!!

Good Luck with tomorrow’s engagement ring search!

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Engagement ring found at Port Crescent State Park in Michigan.

  • from Mount Pleasant (Michigan, United States)
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I got a call from a lady saying that she lost her engagement ring in Lake Huron at Crescent State Park in Michigan. My daughter and I traveled 2 1/2 hours to meet the couple. After they showed me where it should be in the water, I got searching and found it in about 15 minutes. It was worth driving that distance to see the smiles on their faces.

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Gold Wedding Ring Lost Playing Volleyball in Hermosa Beach…Found and Happily Returned.

  • from Redondo Beach (California, United States)
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Professional Metal Detecting Service if you lost a ring or something precious to you. Please don’t wait until tomorrow, time will work against a successful recovery. PLEASE CALL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!  310-953-5268

Mike had been playing volleyball at the beach with friends when his wedding ring came off and disappeared in the sand. He was wondering if I would be able to help, and I let him know that I would leave immediately to come and help

When I got to the area, we found each other, and Mike took me over to the area of the loss. He explained to me what he had done to create the loss, so I started my search. Just a few minutes later, I had his ring, and he was just overjoyed to have it back. To see such joy really makes this service fun.

Don’t let the County beach cleaning machines take your lost valuable, call as soon as possible! I will work hard, searching beaches, parks, and yards, using the most up to date metal detectors, to help you find what you thought might never be found again. I search, Beverly Hills, Hermosa Beach, Huntington Beach, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Malibu, Manhattan Beach, Newport Beach, Northridge, Pasadena, Redondo Beach, Santa Monica, Seal Beach, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Torrance, Venice Beach, Zuma Beach, and all parks, yards, gardens, and ponds (to 5 foot depths) in all of Orange County, all of Los Angeles County, Southern California, and Ventura County.

AGAIN, PLEASE CALL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! 310-953-5268

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Gold Earring Lost in Sand Volley Ball Court at Hermosa Beach…Found and Returned.

  • from Redondo Beach (California, United States)
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Professional Metal Detecting Service if you lost a ring or something precious to you. Please don’t wait until tomorrow, time will work against a successful recovery. PLEASE CALL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!  310-953-5268

Lindsay lost her earring while playing volleyball at the beach. I let her know I would be right over to help her in the search.

I got there, and she showed me where she had been playing. It was a very small earring, so I changed the program on my detector to find very small items, and began my search. After about 10 minutes of searching a very clean patch of sand, I received a solid signal, dug, and found the earring, which she was happy to have back.

Don’t let the County beach cleaning machines take your lost valuable, call as soon as possible! I will work hard, searching beaches, parks, and yards, using the most up to date metal detectors, to help you find what you thought might never be found again. I search, Beverly Hills, Hermosa Beach, Huntington Beach, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Malibu, Manhattan Beach, Newport Beach, Northridge, Pasadena, Redondo Beach, Santa Monica, Seal Beach, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Torrance, Venice Beach, Zuma Beach, and all parks, yards, gardens, and ponds (to 5 foot depths) in all of Orange County, all of Los Angeles County, Southern California, and Ventura County.

AGAIN, PLEASE CALL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! 310-953-5268

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Platinum Wedding Ring Lost in the Sand at Redondo Beach…Found and Happily Returned.

  • from Redondo Beach (California, United States)
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Professional Metal Detecting Service if you lost a ring or something precious to you. Please don’t wait until tomorrow, time will work against a successful recovery. PLEASE CALL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!  310-953-5268

I received a call from Abraham regarding a ring he had lost in the sand at the beach. It had happened just a few hours prior, and he remained there, so the chances of a recovery were quite good. I prepared my equipment, and headed out for the search.

It was dark already when I got to the beach, but was able to find Abraham and his wife. They led me out to the area of the loss, and explained what happened. I began my search working in a tight grid, pass after pass finding some metal items, but not the ring. but then on one of the passes I received the signal I was looking for. I dug with my scoop, and shook out the sand, seeing a bright ring in the light of my headlight. I held it up for them, and they came over very excited to see it again. It was a great night for all.

Don’t let the County beach cleaning machines take your lost valuable, call as soon as possible! I will work hard, searching beaches, parks, and yards, using the most up to date metal detectors, to help you find what you thought might never be found again. I search, Beverly Hills, Hermosa Beach, Huntington Beach, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Malibu, Manhattan Beach, Newport Beach, Northridge, Pasadena, Redondo Beach, Santa Monica, Seal Beach, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Torrance, Venice Beach, Zuma Beach, and all parks, yards, gardens, and ponds (to 5 foot depths) in all of Orange County, all of Los Angeles County, Southern California, and Ventura County.

AGAIN, PLEASE CALL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! 310-953-5268

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Lost – Gold Diamond Family Heirloom Engagement Ring, St. Augustine Beach, FL Found!

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On the morning of June 25, 2026, I received a message from my longtime friend Jaymie about a lost ring posted on Facebook. Upon reading the post and noticing that it was just a half-mile away, I quickly messaged the individual. While waiting for a response, I was contacted by Bob Mairs, the administrator of Saint Augustine Treasure Hunters, about the same ring. I informed him that I was on my way to the location. Bob coordinated with the post originator while I prepared and drove to the spot.

The evening before, Michael had just proposed to Sadie on the beach. The love and joy of the moment, coupled with the setting sun and their special location, made it an incredibly memorable occasion. As they strolled in the shallow water of the beach, celebrating their new life together, the ring slipped off Sadie’s finger. They frantically searched for it, but within 20 minutes of their joyous moment, the engagement ring was gone.

This wasn’t just any engagement ring; it held immense sentimental and emotional value. It was a symbol of the deep bond of love between a mother and daughter. Michael had proposed using Sadie’s late mother’s ring. Sadie’s mother had tragically passed away in a motor vehicle accident when she was a young child. The only remaining possession of her mother was this engagement ring. I can only imagine the devastation that was coursing through Sadie’s heart and mind as she desperately searched for her ring.

Driving to the location, I prayed that I could find the ring before I had to leave for my VA appointment in Jacksonville. Fortunately, Bob managed to connect with Michael’s mother and informed me that they would meet me at the location. When I arrived, Sadie and Michael were both there and pointed to the area where the ring had been lost. Fortunately, the tide was approximately the same as when they had lost the ring 12+ hours earlier. Quickly covering the shallow water area, I didn’t have to wait long before I heard a beautiful tone in my headset. 

Within my first scoop, I spotted the ring. Safely keeping it inside the scoop, I stepped out of the water onto the beach. I beckoned them to join me. Even with her sunglasses on, Sadie’s eyes and smile conveyed her excitement. I mentioned that I needed to leave immediately for a medical appointment. We exchanged hugs, shook hands, and they expressed their immense gratitude. Later that morning, I received a personal message that revealed the ring’s significance to this young lady. I must admit that my wife and I both shed tears after reading her message.

Some recoveries leave an indelible mark on our lives. This one certainly qualifies as such. If you find yourself in a situation where you’ve lost something important, please don’t hesitate to reach out to The Ring Finder in your area. I’ve heard of individuals renting machines and attempting to find their lost items independently. While this might be the best option if a local The Ring Finder is unavailable or out of service, it’s often more convenient and quicker to simply give us a call. We possess the necessary equipment, expertise, and professionalism to recover your lost item.

My name is Philip Mulé, also known as The Prospecting Mulé. I reside in St. Augustine Beach, Florida, and specialize in beach, shallow water, and land recoveries. If you’ve lost a metal item, there’s a good chance that I can help you find it. Feel free to give me a call at 904-337-9292. Calling is the quickest way to get in touch with me. You can also view some of my past recoveries and unclaimed finds on my website – www.theprospectingmules.com.

 

Gold and Diamond Family Heirloom Engagement Ring Returned

Successful Recovery of Her Late Mother’s Ring

Gold Diamond Family Heirloom Engagement Ring

The immense sentimental and emotional value of this ring is beyond priceless. It is a symbol of deep love between a mother and daughter.

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Lost – Wedding & Engagement Ring Set at Crescent Beach, FL, FOUND by local metal detectorist, The Prospecting Mulé

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15 June, 2026 I woke up to a Facebook message about a pair of lost rings (wedding and engagement ring set) on Crescent Beach. Reading the information and knowing the area well I knew exactly which part of Crescent Beach to search. I left a note for my wife and out the door I went in hopes of recovering the rings before the tide came in.

The couple, Katelyn and Joseph, were relaxing on Crescent Beach the day before when a fast approaching storm hit. They both rushed to get themselves and their gear back to their vehicle. In their rush they had forgot Katelyn’s rings being tucked safely away in the pocked of the tent. Quickly they went back looking for them. The wind was blowing the sand around making a surface find improbable. Keeping their composure they took photos and videos of the area the rings were lost and noted the time. This information is vital for a quick recovery. Photos (GPS location) assist in narrowing down the search area and the time helps us determine the tide cycles since they were lost.

Going by the information they provided, I started my search pattern just before 5:00am. Not having the couple there to pin point the area made for a larger search area. I slowly gridded the area north and south. Starting at a western point and working my way towards the surf. After 45 minutes of searching I finally came across a good and shallow signal. I was extremely grateful both rings were in my scoop when I pulled it up. 

I immediately took a photo and sent it to Joseph to let him know Katelyn’s rings were safely in my hands and gave him my phone number. Packed up my gear and headed home with this wonderful feeling of accomplishment. About an hour later I received a call from him. The gratitude in his voice and words were heartwarming.

We arranged a time to meet that day so I could return the rings. Several hours later, I received a call Joseph was able to get out of work early and was heading my way. Seeing the smiles on Katelyn’s face as she exited the vehicle was priceless. I presented her the rings and received a heartfelt hug and words of blessed thanks. Moments like these are the reason we are members of The Ring Finders.

Another successful recovery and amazing memory was made that day. If you happen to lose something important please reach out to the The Ring Finder in your area. I am Philip Mulé, aka The Prospecting Mulé, located in St. Augustine Beach, Florida. I specialize in beach, shallow water and land recoveries. If its metal and lost there is a good chance I can find it for you. Give me a call at 904-337-9292. Calling is the fastest way to get in touch with me. You can see some of my past recoveries and unclaimed finds on my website – www.theprospectingmules.com

 

 

Successful Return of Wedding & Engagement Ring Set

Blessed to be able to return these ring to this young lady.

14k Wedding & Engagement Ring Set

Wedding & Engagement Ring Set recovered on Crescent beach, FL

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A Sand Volleyball Miracle: Recovering Jennifer’s Lost Engagement Ring in Tinley Park, IL

  • from Lockport (Illinois, United States)
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Staff Sergeant (SSG) Rafael reached out to me after his wife, Jennifer, lost her engagement ring at a sand volleyball court in Tinley Park, Illinois.

When I arrived, Jennifer explained what had happened: while jumping up to block a ball, two of her rings slipped off her hand and disappeared into the sand. She was able to recover one of them, but her cherished white gold engagement ring seemed to vanish without a trace.

Rafael, Jennifer, and their friends had already spent a considerable amount of time searching the court by hand, carefully combing through the sand with no success. With the ring nowhere to be found, they turned to the internet for help and discovered me through TheRingFinders.com.

Jennifer showed me the area near the net where she believed the ring had landed. I was hopeful this would be a quick recovery, but after carefully searching the immediate area without success, I knew I needed to expand my approach.

I switched to a systematic grid search of the volleyball court, using slow, controlled swings and overlapping each pass by approximately 50% to ensure complete coverage. When searching for something as small as a ring, recovery often comes down to inches, and proper sweep technique is critical.

After about 30 minutes, I had completed half of the court. The only targets I found were a few weak signals that turned out to be small pieces of foil. I then moved on to the second half of the court, still cautiously optimistic that Jennifer’s beloved ring was hiding somewhere beneath the sand.

About 15 minutes later, after hearing nothing but silence in my headphones, everything changed.

My detector suddenly gave a strong, shallow signal — exactly the type of signal I would expect from a gold ring. I stopped and smiled to myself, thinking, “This HAS to be it!”

I pulled out my trusty pinpointer and quickly confirmed the target beneath the sand. I carefully scooped up a handful of sand from the area, and as the grains slipped through my fingers, something beautiful appeared — a teardrop cluster diamond halo ring on a white gold band.

Jennifer’s engagement ring had been found! As I handed the ring back to her, her eyes immediately lit up with joy, and her friends erupted in cheers as everyone celebrated the incredible reunion.

It was a truly stunning piece of jewelry, and I was honored to play a part in reuniting Jennifer with such a meaningful symbol of love. Moments like this are exactly why I love doing this — there is nothing quite like seeing a lost treasure returned to its rightful owner.

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