The Mine

Tabloids, civil unrest, and a priceless necklace that started the french revolution.  Join us as we dig deep into the story of "The Queen's Necklace".

Some would call them entrepreneurs of their day, while others would call them criminals. Whatever we categorize them as, we can not deny the accomplishments, successes and drive of the girl gang that lasted over 300 years and upped the ante on organized crime.  They were expert jewel thieves, blackmailers, and cat burglars all while keeping up to date in the latest fashions of the 1920s. They enjoyed their fast cars and lavish parties.  The world was theirs for the taking, as long as you did not break the code of the forty elephants. 

Starting out as a 12 year old girl stealing a watch to becoming one of the most famous and successful international jewel thief. On episode 8 we dig into the life, history and adventures of Doris Payne aka Diamond Doris

In episode seven we explore the fascinating history of how one of the richest families in German history built their financial empire during WWII on the backs of Jewish slave labor and purchased one of the world's most perfect diamonds. Eventually purchased by Elizabeth Taylor, who gave it a new history that will endure forever.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. 

In our 6th episode, we are digging deep into the history of the Hope Diamond. From its discovery to being worn by royalty and socialites alike... oh and dogs. Did we mention dogs? This diamond has been on a wild journey and we excited to dig into it.--- This episode is sponsored by · 

Join us for the second part of this intriguing gem heist pulled off by three surfer dudes from Miami!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. 

Join us as we dig deep in the Jewelry Heist of the American Museum of Natural History in 1964. A competitive surfer and his two accomplices make waves in the biggest gem heist in American history.The players: Allan Kuhn, Jack Murphy (aka Murf the Surf), and Roger Clark.--- This episode is sponsored by · 

The cursed black diamond of the Russian aristocracy. The downfall of a prominent jeweler. And two years of recutting the stone, just to break its curse. Join us as we dig into the history and lore of the Orlov black diamond, as we trace it back to its first appearance in history and follow its tragic path of destruction.  Oh, and did we mention the origins of the might be outer space?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. 

Mysterious, magical, and definitely unforgettable. Join us as we follow the path of the opal from magical and good luck to mystical and dangerous. We are digging deep into the lore of the cursed opal.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. 

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.