Everyone can see the hearts – but you need 20/20 vision and a high IQ to spot the ring in this optical illusion

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PUT yourself to the test and see how quickly you can spot the ring in this Valentine’s Day brain teaser.

If you can do it within 30 seconds you could have a high IQ and perfect eyesight.

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Or maybe you are just a romantic looking forward to February 14.

Somewhere in the sea of hearts is a diamond engagement ring.

Jewellery experts F. Hinds who are behind the puzzle say that only 1 in 10 people can find the ring in the time frame.

On average, it takes people 45 seconds to spot the piece of jewellery.

With Valentine’s day being one of the most popular days of the year, this is the perfect love-themed challenge.

But, the creators have not made it easy for you.

The confetti-like hearts completely cover the image and vary in colour and size.

Some are filled in and others are just outlines of hearts making it tricky to know what you are looking at.

With each heart being a different shade of pink, purple, nude, and brown, nothing stands out to the eye.

This means the diamond ring is carefully hidden and could be anywhere.

If you are struggling and want to know a helpful tip, pay close attention.

You might find it beneficial to minimise your search area by dividing the image into smaller sections.

This means you are much more likely to notice fine details that lead you to the solution.

Scan each piece for the ring carefully before moving on to the next.

Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.

Some benefits include:

Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function.
Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes.
Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus.
Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.