Fabergé pendant jewellery theft case

The story so far

A 32-year-old man was charged after allegedly swallowing a Fabergé pendant worth more than $33,500 during a theft at a central Auckland jewellery store.^{2 Dec 2025} Police were called to the store at about 3.30pm, and the pendant had not been recovered at that stage.^{2 Dec 2025} Police later recovered the pendant, a Fabergé James Bond Octopussy Egg, but have not disclosed how it was found.^{5, 10 Dec 2025} The unnamed man has pleaded not guilty to theft charges over the alleged attempt to steal the pendant, and he has been remanded in custody.^{15 Dec 2025}

Latest

The man has pleaded not guilty to theft charges and remains in custody.^{15 Dec 2025}

What's next

He is due to reappear in court in February.^{15 Dec 2025}

Key moments

1. 2 Dec 2025Man charged after allegedly swallowing pendant during Auckland jewellery theft.
2. 5 Dec 2025Police recover the Fabergé pendant, worth more than $33,500.
3. 10 Dec 2025Police confirm the pendant has been safely recovered.
4. 15 Dec 2025Accused pleads not guilty to theft and is remanded in custody.

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