Thieves who stole 2,500-year-old gold relics from Dutch museum get 47-month prison sentences Three men received 47-month prison sentences for stealing ancient Romanian gold artifacts from a Dutch museum using explosives. The Cotofenesti helmet and two golden bracelets were recovered after two thieves aided in their return, though one bracelet remains missing. The court emphasized the priceless historical value of the treasures, which have been returned to Romania.

• Three men were sentenced to 47 months in prison for stealing Romanian gold treasures from a Dutch museum.
• The theft involved explosives to break into the Drents Museum during an overnight heist.
• The stolen items included an ornate gold helmet and three golden bracelets from the Dacia civilization.
• The helmet and two bracelets were recovered after two suspects cooperated with prosecutors.
• One bracelet is still missing, but the recovered items were returned in good condition.
• The court stressed the priceless historical importance of the artifacts, insured for $6.6 million.
• The recovered treasures have been returned to Romania for current and future generations.