The Brazilian Diamond in Contracts, Contraband and Capital

This is the first book-length study of the history of Brazil's leadership in diamond production and sales from 1750 to 1850. The author focuses on the important role played by merchant and banker John Samuel, the agent and representative in Brazil of the banking Rothschilds. This book also closely examines the era when Brazilian diamonds were an important and valued commodity in international investment and commerce. Co-published with Atlantic Research and Publications.