- Thomas Clot/Musée du LouvreThe crown pictured before it will be sent off to repairs. - Thomas Clot/Musée du LouvreFor decades, the crown dazzled millions of visitors with its 1,354 diamonds and 56 emeralds, accenting eight palmettes alternating with stately gold eagles. - Thomas Clot/Musée du LouvreThe crown in its original condition prior to the heist. - Thomas Clot/Musée du LouvreWhile its shape has changed, nearly every component of the crown survives, allowing for a “complete restoration” without reconstruction or recreation, the museum added. The thieves snatched an overall eight pieces of jewelry — not including the crown — from the Louvre in the seven-minute raid back in October.

Source: CNN February 06, 2026 08:36 UTC