Ring To Be Auctioned For Charity

Published on 03/02/12

The loose diamond left in a Salvation Army kettle at Christmastime has a new life: as the centerpiece of a ring that may soon be someone’s Valentine.

The Salvation Army is teaming with a Kansas City, Mo., jewelry store to auction the ring on eBay. Bidding started Tuesday and will go on until Tuesday, Feb. 7, with proceeds benefiting the Salvation Army.

“It is a very unique opportunity; we’re excited about it,” said Michele Heaver, the Salvation Army Corps officer for Kansas City, Kan. “The money that is gleaned off the auction will go toward helping needy families in our community.”