A 15th century gold ring unearthed in an Angus treasure trove has come back home.
Relic hunters found a hoard near a small community outside Kirriemuir in 2016, including finger furniture with an “unusual” agate stone.
The item has gone through the arduous “treasure trove” process with the authorities and has been returned to the town.
It is now on display at the Gateway to the Glens museum and staff have given it pride of place in a new exhibition.
Museum officer Rachel Jackson said they were “delighted” to receive the finger ring after funding from the National Fund for Acquisitions and The Art Fund.
The exhibition, entitled Treasure Trove, features archaeological finds from Kirriemuir and the glens to celebrate the year of History, Heritage and Archaeology.
The ring was found at Kirkton of Kingoldrum and reported to the Treasure Trove Unit in Edinburgh.
In Scotland, any ownerless objects found by chance, metal detecting or excavation become the property of the Crown and may be claimed as trove.
The ring is engraved with a shield and simple cross design, and the rough chiselled finish to the metal indicates these shields were intended to be enamelled.
Other objects added to the display were a harness piece and lead button from Glamis, dated 1706.
The 1st century horse harness part, rare to Scotland and a probably Roman import, was also found at Kirkton of Kingoldrum.
An early enamelled mount from near Kinnordy also features.
Ms Jackson said she would like to meet those who made the discovery.
“It is incredible to think this precious ring has lain undiscovered for more than 500 years,” she added.
“And it’s wonderful in this year of History, Heritage and Archaeology that as the culture, sport and leisure trust for Angus, Angus Alive can protect it for visitors to the museum to view.”
Kirkton of Kingoldrum lies at the foot of Kirkton Hill four miles west of Kirrie.
The ruined Balfour Castle, former stronghold of the Ogilvies of Balfour, was said to have been built in the 16th Century by Cardinal Beaton for his mistress, Marion Ogilvy, and their children.
The exhibition runs until December 30 and entry is free. The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm.
