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Construction Workers Discover €9 Million in Gold Bars and Coins in Belgium
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What Happened?
During a drainage project in Dendermonde, Belgium, workers found gold bars and coins worth €9 million hidden in the cellar walls. An investigation is underway to determine ownership.
Key points
- The discovery was made on August 11, 2026, at a former brewery in Sint-Gillis-Dendermonde.
- The gold was hidden behind a bricked-up cellar wall beneath a villa known as the Brouwershuis.
- The collection includes 49 gold bars and thousands of coins, valued at approximately €9 million.
- The current property owner, CAW Oost-Vlaanderen, is renovating the site for offices and housing.
- Investigators are examining the gold's origins to determine if it was stolen or linked to criminal activity.
- Potential claimants include the Van Assche family descendants and the construction workers.
Key insights
- If the gold is linked to the Van Assche family, it could enhance the historical value of the property.
- The legal process for ownership claims could take years, affecting potential beneficiaries.
- The discovery may lead to increased interest in the history of the former brewery.
Why it matters
The discovery raises questions about ownership and the potential historical significance of the gold.
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Dendermonde· CityBelgium· CountryCAW Oost-Vlaanderen· OrganizationVan Assche family· FamilyBrouwershuis· Location
Source
Times of India
