Silverware was stolen during a burglary at Newcastle Lord Mayor's Mansion House in Fernwood Road in Jesmond.
A number of items including valuable silverware were stolen during the break in overnight between Monday and Tuesday.
There have been extra police officers in the area carrying out enquiries, speaking to nearby residents and businesses as well as appealing for witnesses.
Anyone with any information into the burglary is asked to contact police on 101 ext 69191.
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