Manhunt underway for historic trophy worth £500,000 stolen from Scottish museum

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Manhunt underway for historic trophy worth £500,000 stolen from Scottish museum.

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An international manhunt is underway for a historic gold trophy worth almost £500,000 after it was stolen from one of Scotland's top museums.Interpol and auction houses worldwide have received alerts regarding the disappearance of the Sir Thomas Lipton Trophy from Glasgow's Riverside Museum.Museum operator Glasgow Life kept the theft secret for six months following police guidance, fearing that media coverage might prompt criminals to melt down the precious artefact or smuggle it abroad.The cup vanished from its display cabinet overnight in October 2025, yet officials have only now acknowledged the loss publicly.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say But half a year after the heist, investigators have found no trace of the famous trophy, raising concerns it may never be recovered.The stolen cup, crafted by renowned jewellers Tiffany and Co, carries an estimated value of £490,000 and is fashioned from 18-carat gold.Its design is highly recognisable, featuring twin handles and a removable...

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