Hôtel du Garde-Meuble de la Couronne
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The Hôtel du Garde-Meuble de la Couronne, now known as the Hôtel de la Marine, is a building on the Place de la Concorde in Paris, France. Originally the home to the office responsible for managing the furnishing of all royal properties, it was occuppied by the Ministry of the Navy following the French Revolution.[1]
History
In 1792, a set of diamonds belonging to the French Crown Jewels was moved to the building for safe storage.[1] In September, rioters looted the location and made off with a selection of the gems there.[2] While the thieves were quickly arrested and executed nearby, many items were never recovered.[3]
Appearances
- Assassin's Creed Roleplaying Game (mentioned only)
