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【Paris, Franc】Why the Stolen Louvre Jewels Might Be Too ‘Elevated’ to Neatly Disappear

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Editor’s NoteThis article examines the complex reality of fencing stolen high-value artifacts, challenging the common assumption that such items are…

【Paris, Franc】Louvre Theft: Israeli Firm Claims Contacted for Investigation, Louvre Denies

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Editor’s NoteThis article reports conflicting claims regarding the Louvre’s response to a recent jewel theft. While an Israeli firm states it was…

【Paris, Franc】Louvre Jewellery Heist Sends Shockwaves Through Global Industry

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Editor’s NoteThis article details the shocking daylight heist at the Louvre, highlighting the vulnerability of even the most secure institutions and…

【Paris, Franc】Cutting Them Up or the Black Market: The Only Way for Thieves to Sell the Stolen Jewels from the Louvre

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Editor’s NoteThis article discusses expert skepticism regarding the potential commercial release of certain items, noting that while their current…

【Paris, Franc】DINH VAN, 60 YEARS OF FREEDOM AND CREATION

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Editor’s NoteThis article previews an upcoming retrospective exhibition for jeweler Dinh Van at Christie’s Paris, celebrating the legacy of its…

【Paris, Franc】Volzhenka: A Russian-Origin Parisian House Aims to Convert (Wealthy) European Consumers to Its Greek Caviar

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Editor’s NoteThis article explores how the caviar house Volzhenka is reinventing the iconic delicacy for a modern audience, blending luxury with…

【Paris, Franc】JOAILLERIE PARIS Auction Totals €16.7M

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Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the remarkable success of the recent Joaillerie Paris online jewelry sale, which achieved €16.7 million—double…

【Paris, Franc】Jeweler Poiray Acquired by Owner of Zadig&Voltaire

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Editor’s NoteThis report details the recent acquisitions by the Gillier brothers, who have purchased the jewelry house Poiray from the AMS group and…