The late part of the 19th Century was an exciting time of growth and change in North America. The Civil War had been won by the North and American’s were ready for progress toward the future. And just in time came the gold rush in California where adventures set out to make their fortune. While some made it big and others went home empty-handed. But with the buzz of the rush still fresh on people’s minds, investors were looking for the next big discovery and two men decided it was time for them to make their fortune. Join us as we dig deep into the Great Diamond Hoax of 1872.