History

Treasure Shipwreck Found Off Namibia

Published: May 23, 2016 by Shaquille Brissett

Almost 500 years ago, The Bom Jesus, a Portuguese sailing ship, inexplicably vanished en route to India. The shipwreck may have been found in the Namibian desert.

How UK's Largest Gold Heist Was Laundered

Published: April 07, 2016 by Steven Cochran

The recently released Panama Papers have detailed how the proceeds of Britain's largest gold heist was laundered through shell companies.

US Mint Claims 1974-D Aluminum Cent

Published: March 18, 2016 by Steven Cochran

The saga of the only known 1974-D aluminum cent reached a conclusion today, when the mythical coin was turned over to US Mint authorities.

Did You Know?: Bank of England Founded by Pirate Gold

Published: March 08, 2016 by Everett Millman

The Bank of England may be the most vaunted financial institution in the world, but it humbly was founded by funds pilfered from sunken Spanish treasure.

The Great Swindlers in American History

Published: December 09, 2015 by Everett Millman

American history and even contemporary American culture are replete with examples of great swindlers and con-men. In fact, we even celebrate certain scams.

Gold Coins and "Hooves" Found in Another Ancient Chinese Tomb

Published: November 18, 2015 by Shaquille Brissett

Only a week after an incredible cache of copper coins was found in an Ancient Chinese royal tomb, the site yielded an unprecedented hoard of gold artifacts.