Ancient Golden Helmet Recovered More than a Year After Dutch Heist

Dutch recover stolen 2,500-year-old Romanian helmet: 'Extraordinary news'

THE HAGUE  -- Dutch authorities on Thursday showed off a recovered priceless gold 2,500-year-old helmet from Romania that was stolen last year during a brazen heist in the Netherlands.

Coin used as bus fare turns out to be 2,000-year-old relic

A 2,000-year-old coin was unknowingly used as bus fare in England — before officials realized it dated back to the Carthaginian empire.

Ancient Artifacts Stolen in Dutch Museum Heist Are Recovered

The golden helmet of Cotofenesti, a highly regarded artifact from Romania, and two elaborate golden bracelets were taken in January 2025.

Ancient golden helmet recovered more than a year after Dutch heist

The helmet and three golden bracelets were stolen in January 2025, but one bracelet is yet to be found.

Priceless ancient golden helmet stolen from a Dutch museum is recovered

Dutch authorities have recovered a priceless ancient golden helmet from Romania stolen last year from a museum in the Netherlands

Denmark: Warship sunk by Nelson's British fleet discovered

Over 200 years after being sunk by the British Royal Navy under Admiral Horatio Nelson, one of Denmark's most famous warships has been discovered at the bottom of Copenhagen Harbor — complete with some remarkable items.