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Podcast: The Front Page
Episode: Can the Louvre’s stolen royal gems ever be recovered?
Description: In seven minutes, thieves entered the Louvre in Paris and made off with eight “priceless” jewels. The necklaces, earrings, brooches, and crowns has belonged to an array of 19th century royals, including Napoleon’s wife Marie-Amelie, and empress Eugenie, married to Napoleon III. The gang were organised, professionals, and had clearly scoped the world’s most visited gallery and knew exactly what they were after. But, after you’ve jumped the hurdles of security – what do you do with this highly recognisable royal regalia? Today on The Front Page, art historian, author, and...