Rare 19th-Century Polish Coin Worth $525,000 Recovered by Australian Police
2025-02-17
9News.com.au
In a remarkable recovery effort, the Australian Federal Police (AFP) has returned a stolen 1813 coin worth $525,000 to the Polish government. The historic coin, which was pilfered from a Polish museum, had ended up in the possession of a collector in Perth. This successful repatriation is a significant win for cultural heritage preservation, highlighting the importance of international cooperation in combating art and antiquities theft. With the coin's safe return, Poland's rich history is once again intact, thanks to the diligent work of Australian authorities and their commitment to protecting cultural treasures.