Met Crime Museum artefacts on display for the first time - in pictures

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  A set of skeleton keys on display at the “Met Crime Museum Uncovered” exhibition in London.

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  A firearm and criminal record belonging to Ronnie Kray displayed at the “Met Crime Museum Uncovered” exhibition.

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  A collection of counterfeit gold rings on display.

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  A pistol on display at the “Met Crime Museum Uncovered” exhibition in London. Running from October 9 until April 10, the exhibition will display never-before-seen objects from the Metropolitan Police’s Crime Museum, which until now has only been open to staff and invited guests.

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  A balaclava on display at the “Met Crime Museum Uncovered” exhibition.

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  Members of the press attend the opening of the “Met Crime Museum Uncovered” exhibition.

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  A police car displayed at the entrance to the Met Crime Museum. Running from October 9 until April 10, the exhibition will display never-before-seen objects from the Metropolitan Police’s Crime Museum, which until now has only been open to staff and invited guests.

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  A mace on display at the “Met Crime Museum Uncovered” exhibition.

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  A collection of pistols.

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  A collection of offensive weapons on display at the “Met Crime Museum Uncovered” exhibition. Running from October 9 until April 10, the exhibition will display never-before-seen objects from the Metropolitan Police’s Crime Museum, which until now has only been open to staff and invited guests.

The Museum of London is hosting a major exhibition of evidence and artefacts never seen before at the Met Crime Museum. Here’s some of what you can expect to see at the show. All images: Ben Pruchnie / Getty Images