diamond heist
Gem store theft
A diamond heist is a theft of diamonds, typically dramatic or large-scale—the kind involving careful planning, skilled criminals, and high security to overcome.
The phrase evokes Hollywood capers and spectacular real-world robberies: The Antwerp diamond heist remains one of the largest jewel thefts in history.
Any theft of diamonds might be called a heist, but the term suggests ambition and audacity rather than petty crime.
- jewelPrecious cut stone
- theftUnlawful taking of property
- vaultSecure storage chamber
- robberyTheft through intimidation
- caperPrank or pickled bud
gemstone · safe · alarm · laser · museum · security · getaway · getaway car · mastermind · loot · sparkle · cat burglar · crown jewels · display case · disguise · accomplice · blueprint · glass cutter
- crime filmscrime drama, crime thriller, film noir, murder mystery, mystery film
- heistsbank job, bank robbery, bank vault, caper, inside job
- robberyrobbery, armed robbery, bank robbery, holdup, hold-up
diamond heistpetty theft
Minor stealing offense
pickpocketing · purse snatching · shoplifting · petty larceny · smash and grab
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