Louvre museum robbery: Napoleon-era jewels stolen in daring daylight heist in Paris

The Louvre was immediately shut down, and French authorities have launched an investigation. The museum has cited 'exceptional reasons' for the closure, while Culture Minister Rachida Dati confirmed the robbery and visited the scene.

What Jewelry Was Stolen from the Louvre in Paris? The List Includes Emeralds, Tiaras and More Items Worth Millions

Beyond their market value, these items have inestimable heritage and historical value,“ the Louvre said in a statement obtained by PEOPLE
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A Hat That Napoleon Wore During the Battle of Jena Just Sold for $1.4 Million at Sotheby’s

A bicorne hat that once belonged to Napoleon Bonaparte just sold for €1.2 million ($1.4 million) at Sotheby’s. Believed to have been worn by the first French emperor on July 7, 1807, during a meeting with Russia’s Alexander I to sign the Treaty of ...
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Collection of Napoleon's historic guns, sword from 1700s up for auction: 'Finest arms ever created'

A collection of historic weapons that reportedly once belonged to Napoleon Bonaparte will be put up for auction. The Rock Island Auction Company will be putting the six-piece garniture up for sale, which includes five "elaborately engraved" firearms and ...

Louvre robbery LIVE: World famous Paris museum closed after break-in

A gang of "highly organised criminals" have broken into the Louvre using chainsaws and in just seven minutes made off with millions of pounds-worth of jewellery once belonging to Napoleon and Josephine Bonaparte.
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