A look at the 8,000 life-sized figures discovered by a Chinese peasant and what they reveal about China's first ruler, the brutal Emperor Ch'in Shihuang.

Since WWII, one of the world's most fantastic fortunes was believed lost--its priceless heirlooms from the time of the Homeric legends a casualty of war. But when the cache was found in a secret vault in a Russian museum, an international uproar ensued over who owned the ancient treasure. Join us as we follow the journey of Troy's gold.

Why did Ponce de Leon search the ends of the earth and ultimately lose his life in a bid to find the fountain of youth? Travel back to India, considered the source of magical waters of healing, and learn the importance of water mythology to 16th-century Europe. Was de Leon really searching for the waters of immortality or gold and glory?

Marine archaeologists explore the remains of Port Royal, once known as "the wickedest city on earth" and a hangout for pirates, adventurers, and sailors.

The Capitana was the largest Spanish galleon built in the New World. When she sank off Ecuador's coast in 1652, she was carrying 600 passengers and $500,000,000 in silver. In 1997, treasure hunter Robert McClung found her under 30 feet of water a mile offshore of El Real, the coastal village founded by the wreck's survivors. But before he could claim the treasure, McClung was "visited" by soldiers toting AK-47s. This is the story of his search, the discovery, and confrontation with local authorities.

Tale of the most famous, notorious, and perhaps most valuable gem in the world.

Story of the magnificent Imperial Easter Eggs made for Russia's Czar Nicholas II.

A remarkable culture crafted a vast treasure trove of exquisite golden objects that dazzles the eye and tantalizes the senses.