The other half
The French authorities decided that the other half of the find was to go to the local government in Chamonix, France. They were put on display in the Mont Blanc collection in the local townhall. The mayor was overjoyed by the amazing gift.
Starting on December 19th, 2021, the gemstones can be seen in the townhall of Chamonix which is located at the foot of Mont Blanc. So, if you ever want to get a good look at these beautiful gemstones, you know where to find them! This treasure belongs to the history of the mountain which has been home to many special events over the years.
But not everyone was happy with the French authority’s decision…