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How are museum thefts prevented?

Museums employ various security measures to prevent thefts, including reinforced display cases, CCTV surveillance, and security guards. Despite these efforts, high-value items like Queen Nazli's necklace can still be targeted, often by organised criminals. The Vienna theft highlights the ongoing challenge of protecting precious artefacts.

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Thieves steal Queen Nazli's $4M 673-diamond necklace from Vienna museum.

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