What treasures have survived the Notre Dame fire?

The tragedy of Monday's fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris has sparked sorrow and prayer around the world.

It has also led to a great deal of worry about the status of priceless artworks and relics housed in the world-famous church, as well as the status of the remaining parts of the building.

In addition to the structure's stone walls and twin bell towers, we know that a few other key things survived the fire.

The Crown of Thorns:

The French Cathedral was home to one of the most treasured relics in the Christian world: The Crown of Thorns worn by Jesus Christ during his passion and crucifixion. Parisian first responders reportedly formed a human chain to bring it out of the conflagration.

The Tunic of St. Louis: 

The cathedral was also home to a tunic worn by St. Louis IX, the French king who was canonized in 1297.  A tweet from Paris' mayor confirmed that the garment was saved from the flame.

The altar:

Powerful photos captured after the blaze was extinguished show the sanctuary's main altar and cross still intact.

The Rose windows:

Reports indicate that the cathedral's famous trio of stained glass Rose windows also survived the fire.

The great organ:

Parisian officials have also said that the church's intricate 18th-century, 8,000-pipe organ also made it.

We still don't know what started the fire, but Parisian officials are treating it as an accident.

UPDATE:

Other crucifixion relics:

Reports also indicate that a nail from the crucifixion from the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem and a small piece of Jesus’ cross were spared.

Blaze Media will continue to update this post as more information comes out.

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