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Louvre Heist: Gallery Reborn Without Jewels | Austin News
A heist that stunned the world: Eighty-eight million euros in crown jewels vanished from the Louvre’s Apollo gallery in under eight minutes, exposing shocking security flaws. Now, the gallery reopened—not as a jewel showcase, but as a ceremonial space honoring its 17th-century roots. The stolen treasures remain missing, and trust in museum leadership is shaken. In response, the Louvre has upgraded security and is rolling out a decade-long modernization plan, including a new home for the Mona Lisa by 2031. Visitors can now admire the gallery’s architecture, even without its glittering past…
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