A daring theft at the Louvre museum in Paris saw eight priceless objects from the French Crown Jewels stolen in a meticulously executed operation that lasted just minutes, officials said. The world-famous museum was forced to close on Sunday after the thieves accessed the gallery at around 9:30 a.m. local time.
Items stolen
As per SKY News, French culture ministry confirmed the stolen items included:
-Necklace from the sapphire set of Queen Marie-Amelie and Queen Hortense
-Earring from the sapphire set of Queen Marie-Amelie and Queen Hortense
-Emerald necklace from the Empress Marie Louise set
-Pair of emerald earrings from the Empress Marie Louise set
-Brooch known as the "reliquary brooch"
-Tiara of Empress Eugenie
A ninth item, reportedly the crown of Empress Eugenie containi