How Much Damage the Louvre Suffered from the Shocking Theft

The Louvre has estimated the damages from the theft at 88 million euros. This was reported by the AFP news agency on October 21, referencing the Paris prosecutor.

The theft at the Louvre occurred on October 19. According to Le Parisien, several thieves broke the windows of Paris's main museum and stole jewelry. They managed to escape. Reports indicate that the criminals were armed.

The Louvre's administration has closed the museum to the public.

The broken crown of Empress Eugénie, wife of Emperor Napoleon III, was found near the Louvre after the theft.