help identify ring markings

[messy48]

I have not been able to find anything on this ring. Hope someone can help.
the markings are on the outside of the band..

5 in a square, then 8THO(HO connected)in a rectangle with arrow pointing right, then in a rectangle is a Y, a star with sickle(?) in star, then 583.
any information will be helpful.
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[admin]

Hi,
Can't say for sure without seeing the marks, but by the description, I'd guess that they are Russian marks of the Soviet era.
Regards, Tom
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[messy48]

Here is the best picture I could get of the ring. Hope this helps somewhat.


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[admin]

Hi,
Yes, it is a soviet piece, looks to be 60s or 70s vintage.
Regards, Tom
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