Stolen Ancient Dacian Helmet Recovered in Netherlands
Dutch authorities said the 2,500-year-old gold helmet was recovered intact, while one bracelet remains missing after a deal with three arrested suspects.
- On Thursday, art detective Arthur Brand confirmed the gold helmet stolen from the Drents Museum in Assen was recovered, following reports of "new developments" in the case.
- In January 2025, thieves used an explosion to shatter windows at the Drents Museum on a Saturday morning, causing damage to the buildings during the theft.
- Crafted from almost pure gold and dating from 500 BC, The Cotofenesti helmet was on loan from the National History Museum in Bucharest along with three gold armbands.
- A diplomatic row between the Dutch and Romania followed the theft, resulting in the Dutch government paying damages totaling €5.7 million to Romania.
- Three people from Heerhugowaard will appear in court later this month regarding the theft, while officials scheduled a press conference in Assen this afternoon to provide details.
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It was stolen last year from a Dutch museum where it was on display, on loan from Romania, along with three precious bracelets
At the beginning of 2025 burglars blow up the doors of a museum. They steal valuable art treasures from Romania - including a 2,500-year-old gold helmet. Now the suspected perpetrators make a deal.
Ancient Solid Gold Helmet Stolen From Museum is Recovered
Priceless ancient helmet stolen last year from a museum in the Netherlands has been recovered, Dutch authorities announced Thursday. The post Ancient Solid Gold Dacian Civilisation Helmet Stolen From Museum is Recovered appeared first on Breitbart.
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