The last time a full, physical audit was conducted of the gold reserves at Fort Knox was in 1953.
Since then, there have been limited inspections, but none constituted a comprehensive audit:
Using a 200-year-old map created by a dying man, they are on a quest to locate a hidden fortune worth over $200 million buried in the Arizona Mountains.
Explore the treacherous Superstition Mountain region, seeking physical evidence of this legendary gold mine. Will this exploration reveal the truth behind these ancient maps and the elusive gold mines of Arizona? Discover the secrets of the gold mine mystery in this thrilling video, (more…)
E.C. Thoroman, a passionate gold mine prospector from the 1950s.
This captivating gold mining documentary takes you on a journey through Arizona’s historic placer gold fields, where the spirit of gold hunting still thrives. Join us in looking for gold across Arizona’s diverse landscape, from Big Bug Creek to the legendary Lost Dutchman Mine. (more…)
This video looks at gold’s role throughout the history of mankind.
We will find out how and why gold became money and trace its path through the rise and fall of empires and civilizations. (more…)
San Domingo Wash Gold
The San Domingo Wash area in Arizona has a rich history of gold prospecting that dates back to the late 19th century. The first significant discoveries were made in the 1870s, leading to a boom period that saw the establishment of several mining towns, including Old San Domingo and New San Domingo. (more…)
Goldfield was a bustling mining town in the early 20th century, renowned for its rich gold deposits. Its story is a classic example of the American West’s boom-and-bust cycles.
Discovery and Boom