Detectives are hunting raiders who stole gold worth £500,000 from a house in south-east London.
Burglars were caught on CCTV entering the property through a forced bathroom window.
Footage shows three men carrying out the theft while the owners were at home between 5.40pm and 6.25pm. The trio then flee.
Metropolitan Police detectives released images of some of the jewellery taken from Bickley Road, Bromley, on the evening of December 30, 2024.
They are keen to trace the haul and asked anyone who recognises the pieces to come forward.
Scotland Yard said no arrests have been made at this stage.
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It comes a few months after police warned residents in the same road that cunning burglars could be leaving dirt on front doorsteps to check if they are at home.
If it is not cleared, officers suggested criminals see it is a sign occupants might be on holiday and the house is a target for break-ins.
The Met said a number of burglaries had taken place in the Bickley and Sundridge areas of the borough.
Detective Constable Jamie White, of the Met’s South Area Command Unit, added: “While the monetary value of this theft is enormous, the sentimental value is priceless – with many of the pieces being passed down through generations of the family.
“Helpfully, a number of the pieces stolen are unique, so we are hoping that releasing these photographs will jog someone’s memory.
“If you have seen these items anywhere – or know of anyone handling the goods – please do get in touch.”
Anyone with information can contact the Met via 101, quoting 01/1257889/24, or indepent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
