The theft on 19th October 2025, of the French Crown Jewels from the Galerie d'Apollon of the Louvre is making major headlines. Whatever the final outcome of investigations, the heist is likely to go down as one of the most daring art thefts of all time....
What has been stolen?
"According to the authorities, eight items were taken, including diadems (a jewelled headband), necklaces, ear-rings and brooches. All are from the 19th century, and once belonged to French royalty or imperial rulers.
France's ministry of culture said the stolen items were:
- A tiara and brooch belonging to Empress Eugénie, wife of Napoleon III
- An emerald necklace and a pair of emerald earrings from Empress Marie Louise
- A tiara, necklace and single earring from the sapphire set that belonged to Queen Marie-Amelie and Queen Hortense
- A brooch known as the "reliquary brooch"
Between them, these pieces are adorned with thousands of diamonds and other precious gemstones.
Empress Eugénie's crown was found damaged on the escape route, investigators said, apparently having been dropped during the escape."
Everything we know about the Louvre jewellery heist - BBC News
Here are a couple of informative general articles on the French Crown Jewels:
The Crown Jewels of France: Where Are They Now? - France Today
French Crown Jewels: Their Stunning & Dramatic History (naturaldiamonds.com)
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