International academics and digital imaging experts have spotted a pattern in the theft of high-value artefacts
The thieves are particularly interested in Scythian treasure, like this 4th century BC golden pectoral, exhibited at the Museum of Historical Treasures in Kyiv. This is not among the looted items.The thieves are particularly interested in Scythian treasure, like this 4th century BC golden pectoral, exhibited at the Museum of Historical Treasures in Kyiv. This is not among the looted items.
From a laboratory in the US state of Virginia, Daniels and his colleagues have monitored the despoiling and destruction of cultural targets since the invasion began, and have detected patterns in the crimes.. These are high-worth ancient filigree pieces, often depicting animals. They were produced by tribes of the area of central Asia and eastern Europe once known as Scythia.