Stolen Fabergé Locket Recovered in New Zealand
New Zealand police have announced the recovery of a diamond-studded Fabergé egg locket that was reportedly ingested by a suspect.
Recovery Details
The locket, valued at NZ$33,585 ($19,300; £14,600), was recovered through natural means, according to police statements. Medical intervention was not required for its retrieval.
Incident Background
This recovery follows the arrest of a 32-year-old male approximately one week prior. The individual was apprehended at Patridge Jewellers in central Auckland after allegedly consuming the locket during an attempted theft.
Locket Description
According to the jeweller's website, the locket features 60 white diamonds and 15 blue sapphires. It opens to reveal an 18-carat gold miniature octopus.