that is so bad ass. i wouldn't even clean it. how symbolical is it that aggies endure a lot of stuff. from wars to bonfire. and that ring survived a lot.
i wouldnt clean it and i would wear it proudly just like it is. what a great story!
My niece got to return to their home and there were only two things remaining. The brick fireplace and their Texas A&M flag that was hanging in a tree.
If you want to have it re-finished here is the information. You can go through the Ring Office or directly to balfour. I just had mine re-sized only took a couple weeks.