Thieves stole priceless jewel sets from one of Europe's greatest treasure houses, the Green Vault in Dresden, in an audacious overnight burglary on November 25. As police checked the crime scene, an exact inventory of stolen items was not available. This is a selection of beautiful artifacts displayed at the 18th century vault, which is one of the world's oldest museums.
The Treasures Of Dresden's Green Vault
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A restorer inspects a "Nautilus Cup" dating from 1570. It's made of ivory, rubies, silver, and gold.
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A museum employee views the collection's most precious piece, the 'Green Diamond.' It is currently on display in New York and was not stolen in the heist.
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This work is entitled "The Royal Household at Delhi on the Occasion of the Birthday of the Grand Mogul Aureng-Zeb." It was made between 1700-1708 of gold, silver, enamel, precious stones, and pearls.
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A restorer carefully enamels a figure from the Grand Mogul's birthday. This photo was taken in 2004.