Core Points - A jewelry heist occurred at the Louvre Museum shortly after its opening on October 19, where thieves stole nine priceless items, one of which was later recovered [1][2][6] - The stolen items included significant royal jewelry, highlighting the cultural and historical value beyond their material worth [6][23] Summary by Sections Incident Details - The robbery took place in the Galerie d'Apollon, where four thieves, disguised as maintenance workers, used a ladder to access the upper windows and broke in [16][18] - The entire robbery was executed in a matter of minutes, with reports indicating it took between 4 to 7 minutes [16] Stolen Items - The first confirmed stolen item was a crown belonging to Empress Eugénie, which was later found but damaged [2][4] - Other stolen items included: - A sapphire jewelry set belonging to Queen Marie-Amélie, featuring a crown, necklace, and earrings [4][7] - An emerald necklace and matching earrings belonging to Marie-Louise, Napoleon's second wife [4][9] - A pearl crown and a large diamond brooch from Empress Eugénie [4][11][13] - A diamond brooch known as the "Holy Relic," made in 1855, featuring several large diamonds [4][14] Cultural Significance - The stolen items are part of France's royal jewelry collection, which holds immense cultural value, representing the history and legacy of the French monarchy [6][23] - The loss of these items is seen as a significant blow to public memory and heritage [6] Historical Context - The Galerie d'Apollon is a key area in the Louvre, showcasing royal and imperial artifacts, and has been a target for theft in the past [18][24] - The Louvre has a history of thefts, including the famous case of the "Mona Lisa" in 1911 and other incidents involving royal artifacts [24] Recovery Prospects - There is hope for recovery, but the chances are slim, especially for high-value jewelry that can be easily dismantled and sold [31] - Historical records and photographs of the stolen items may aid in their recovery if they remain intact [31]
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