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Lost Yellow Gold Wedding Band at Aulani Beach Ko Olina Resort…FOUND!!!

  • from O‘ahu (Hawaii, United States)

This ring find began when I got a call from Matt who was on vacation from Seattle and after returning from a swim went to flick a piece of beach slime from his hand his ring flew off and disappeared into the sand.  I told him I just got back from Ko Olina but after grabbing a bite to eat I would return to find his ring in the dry sand near the beach chairs.  When I arrived Matt waved me down as I entered the beach area.  We walked over to the search area and Matt described what had happened.  I assumed this would be a quick find and I would be on my way back home.  I searched the area in front of the chairs where Matt thought the ring should be.  No Ring!  We moved the chairs out of the way and searched again.  No Ring!  I expanded the search grid to double the size in each direction.  No Ring!  I started discussing to Matt about other possibilities and he began to think it might have fallen off in the water or elsewhere.  I decided to do a grid search at 90 degrees to the initial grid but this time I went way down towards the water.  Actually about triple the grid size and BOOM!  One scoop Big Gold Ring Found!  Matt didn’t know his own strength.  That ring went for a launch!  Big relief for Matt and his lovely wife Katherine.  Aloha to Matt and his family!

Lost Sentimental Gold Ring at Aulani Beach Ko Olina Resort…FOUND!!!

  • from O‘ahu (Hawaii, United States)

This ring find began yesterday when I got a text from Amanda who was on vacation from Brazil she texted, “Hi, we’re at the Aulani Disney Resort and my sister lost her golden ring, the lost and found gave me your number, in case we need the metal detector.  Can you help us?” Amanda sent me a pic of the ring and where in the water her sister lost the ring.  It was only ankle deep.  I told her I would return at first light the next morning for the recovery.  When I arrived I started a grid search.  It took less then ten minutes to locate the ring in the shallow calm water.  We met at Makiki Joe’s Beach Rentals for the return and Amanda’s sister was extremely pleased as you can see by the smile on her face.  Aloha to Amanda & her sister!

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

  • from Santa Barbara (California, United States)
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If you’ve lost your wedding ring, bracelet, golden grill, or necklace in the sand at the beach, don’t waste time or money on metal detector rental in Ventura or Santa Barbara. Instead, hire a professional metal detecting expert like Dave The RingFinder! As the top “metal detective” serving Ventura, Santa Barbara, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Carpinteria, Ojai, and all cities in between, Dave knows exactly how to find lost jewelry in the sand at the beach and stacks the odds in your favor for a successful recovery. Call or text Dave today at 805-290-5009 to create a customized plan and get your precious items back fast!
Just a couple of weeks ago, I received a frantic call from Lucy, who had lost her cherished heirloom gold necklace and medallion while swimming in the surf at Emma Wood Beach in Ventura. The loss happened at low tide, which meant any recovery attempt would involve braving the cold Pacific Ocean waves. I arrived at the site within an hour of her call and spent two hours battling the surf, but the necklace remained elusive. I explained to Lucy that an upcoming good minus tide on New Year’s Day could improve our chances, as the waves would recede further, allowing me to search deeper in the water.
Yesterday, it was time to head back out for another try. Since the initial loss, the area had seen over 8 inches of rain, causing significant sand movement and shifting tides—making the odds of recovery even slimmer. But with faith and my trusted Minelab Manticore detector, I prayed for success. After about 30 minutes of grid searching, I hit a deep non-ferrous tone with a fluctuating ID that screamed “valuable target.” Standing in shin-deep water, it took 10 determined scoops to extract it, as waves kept refilling the hole with sand. On that final scoop, I spotted the chain dangling from my scoop—Lucy’s family heirloom necklace was found!
When it comes to how to find lost jewelry in the sand at the beach, remember that time is critical. Tides, shifting sands, and even other hobbyists with metal detector rentals in Ventura or Santa Barbara can complicate things quickly. Skip the hassle of buying or renting a metal detector yourself and trust the local expert, Dave The RingFinder. Specializing in metal detecting services across Ventura County, Santa Barbara County, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Carpinteria, and surrounding areas, I’m here for beaches, shallow water, yards, or fields. Don’t delay—call or text Dave at 805-290-5009 now for professional jewelry recovery in Ventura and Santa Barbara!

LOST GOLD HEIRLOOM WEDDING RING in HOPE MILLS, NC….FOUND!!!!

  • from Raleigh (North Carolina, United States)

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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Phone recovery in 38 degree water

  • from Lincoln (Nebraska, United States)

Contact me for all your metal detecting and recovery needs. Rob 402-580-6933. Land, water, cracks in concrete, rings, keys, hearing aids, phones, buried cache, etc. Assisting law enforcement. Serving Lincoln and the greater Nebraska area.

Bradley was out with his cousins enjoying the unreasonably warm day in late December. Doing what boys do they grabbed their fishing poles and hit a hole. While sitting there he moved over, accidentally knocking his phone off the ledge and then he watched it slide down before launching into the 38 degree water. He stripped down to his shorts and jumped in. His toes, not touching the bottom in most places, tried to feel for it. After 10-15 minutes he had to give up. He then turned to the web and found me on Theringfinders.com. We met a couple days later and hit it immediately. Always my honor to help put a smile back on a face.

 

Lost Ring Found Fort Worth TX

  • from Fort Worth (Texas, United States)

 

I received a call from Christian on 12/29/25 saying that while throwing some trash his silver ring came off and he heard it bounce along the driveway into the grass. I scheduled to come out the next day and search for his ring. After about 15 minutes I found it and he was very happy. Thank you Christian for the reward!! Glad we found it!!

Gold 10K Wedding Band Lost In 20″ Of Snow! Ozerna Neighbourhood, Edmonton Alberta.

  • from Edmonton (Alberta, Canada)
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Yesterday evening, I received a call from Justin requesting my metal detecting services to locate his lost yellow 10k gold wedding band in approximately 20 inches of snow in the common area of his condominium complex.

After asking Justin’s my usual questions, I agreed to assist him in locating his lost ring. We scheduled a time for 9:00 AM this morning.

Upon meeting Justin at his residence, he informed me that he and his wife were engaged in playing in the deep snow, creating snow angels. During this activity, Justin removed his glove to flick snow from his hand, inadvertently causing his wedding band to fall into the snow. They spent approximately 1.5 hours searching for the ring without any success. Consequently, they decided to utilize a metal detector and discovered the Ringfinders website, subsequently contacting me.

Despite the challenging conditions of approximately 1.5 hours in 20 inches of snow, I conducted a thorough search of the area where they played, ensuring that no ring tones were detected. Subsequently, I retraced my steps to the location where Justin removed his gloves, specifically close by the Spruce tree, where I successfully located his wedding band.

I extend my sincere gratitude to Justin and Ali for entrusting me with the responsibility of finding their ring.

Weather conditions in Edmonton this morning, December 28, 2025, are reported to be -23 Celsius with a windshield temperature of -30 Celsius.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Find a ring in Co-op City Bronx NY in SNOW – Later That Same Day… Back to My Old Neighborhood 🏙️💍

  • from Orchard Beach (New York, United States)

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.

Find a ring in the snow in Dobbs Ferry New York – Two Ring Searches, One Day — and an Incredible First Find ❄️💍

  • from Orchard Beach (New York, United States)

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…

Lost — Gold Solitare Ring — New Smyrna Beach, FL — FOUND!!

  • from New Smyrna Beach (Florida, United States)

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!