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Thieves snatch $4 million necklace from Vienna museum before fleeing on foot

The piece is made of platinum and 673 diamonds with a total weight of 200 carats

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Published by CurrentWire Aug 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET · First coverage Aug 28, 2026 at 10:59 AM ET

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