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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Arranging the display in 2006.
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Three striding ostriches, crafted between 1589 - 1595 by Leipzig goldsmith Elias Geyer.
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"War Elephant" made by Urban Wolff in Nuremberg between 1593 and 1598. This work is made of silver, gilt, mother of pearl, and colored stones.
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"Drinking Horn with Griffin's Claw."