“That which he stole” — one does not appraise for a thief or a robber; as he stole.
In the sugya: Unlike ordinary damages, a thief or robber cannot force the owner to accept broken pieces plus cash. He must supply a whole replacement or the full value.
Type of Learning
Diyuk of full restoration — no appraisal of shards.
What Is Learned
Unlike ordinary damages, the thief cannot force the owner to accept shards plus cash. Full restoration of the object or its complete value is required.