Canadian police have recovered the last two of a dozen artworks that were stolen from the Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia three months ago, CBC News reports.
Twelve works by Bill Reid, including bracelets, brooches, and cufflinks, were removed from glass-enclosed showcases on May 23. Ten of the pieces were found, along with three Mexican items also taken during the heist, in two suburban Vancouver residences; three arrests were made, but the people were released. The last two works, a gold brooch depicting an eagle and a carved argillite pipe, have now been found in two separate searches, the locations of which have not been revealed; arrests have not yet been made.
The brooch is in good condition, but the pipe is missing about two inches. "We're asking anyone who has information about the whereabouts of the missing piece to please call police immediately," said a police spokesperson.
The recovered Reid pieces have been returned to the museum, and experts will determine whether they'll be suitable for exhibition when the museum reopens in March after a major renovation. The Mexican pieces, which were heavily damaged, remain in police hands.
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