A MEDIEVAL silver gilt annular brooch has been discovered on the Isle of Wight.

The historic find, dating from somewhere between 1200 and 1350AD, was declared treasure at a treasure inquest, held at the Isle of Wight Coroner's Court on Monday, October 18.

Lewis Ferrero, finds liaison officer with the British Museum, appeared before the coroner to present the discovery on behalf of the Isle of Wight Council.

The 1996 Treasure Act requires people who discover artefacts made of precious materials to declare them — and allow a museum to make an offer for the item before it can be sold.

The brooch, described as having bleak ridges giving a cable or twisted effect, would have been deteriorative ­— showing off the owner's wealth ­— while also having the function of pinning together an item of clothing such as a cloak.

Made of silver, it was found by Mr Cavnor in Calbourne, on land owned by Mrs Dickson, on November 3, 2019.

Coroner Caroline Sumeray thanked Mr Cavnor for obeying the law and declaring his discovery.