Steensons Jewellers, a well-known jeweller in Northern Ireland, has reported a significant burglary at its showroom in Glenarm, Co Antrim. The incident occurred late on Sunday, 19 January 2025, with police receiving a report of an alarm activation at 11:40pm.
Two individuals reportedly broke into the showroom, damaging display cabinets and stealing what the PSNI described as a “substantial amount” of jewellery. Among the stolen items were Steensons’ signature collections, including ‘Flower’, ‘Leaf’, ‘Theorem’, and ‘Papyrus’, as well as pieces by jewellery designer Jill Graham.
Appeals for Information
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) is actively investigating the burglary. Sergeant Jones has urged anyone with information to contact officers on 101, quoting reference number 1654 19/01/25. Alternatively, reports can be submitted online via the PSNI website or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Steensons has also reached out to the local community, requesting that residents in the New Road area check doorbell camera footage recorded between 10:00 pm and 12:30am on the night of the burglary.
Impact on the Business
In a statement on social media, Steensons expressed shock and sadness over the incident. “We’re still in shock from the destruction left behind last night. Our showroom in Glenarm has been badly damaged, and it will take us some time to get back to normal.”
Steensons, which also operates a store in Belfast, is known for its handcrafted jewellery, including pieces created for the HBO series Game of Thrones.
Implications for the Jewellery Industry
The burglary underscores the security challenges faced by jewellers, especially those with distinctive collections, which are at risk of theft and potential resale.
Jewellers are reminded to review security measures regularly, including the robustness of alarm systems, display cases, and the use of surveillance technology. Collaborating with local authorities and communities can play a key role in recovering stolen pieces and preventing future incidents.
Steensons will now focus on repairing the damage and working with law enforcement to recover the stolen jewellery.
