British Museum Recovers Stolen Gems Amid Ongoing Efforts

The British Museum showcases recovered artifacts in a new exhibition, as it continues to address the theft of 2,000 items.

The British Museum has successfully recovered 357 of the stolen artifacts, showcasing some in the 'Rediscovering Gems' exhibition.
Around 2,000 items were reported missing, stolen, or damaged, with efforts to recover them described as 'very, very painstaking'.
Despite the recovery efforts, the museum faces a 'net loss' due to damaged items, including those with missing gold mounts.
The museum's director resigned following the thefts, highlighting the significant impact on the institution's reputation.
The exhibition, which includes never-before-seen gems, aims to revive interest in the art and improve documentation of the collection.