When we talk about Musk, we often find ourselves facing a story full of mysteries and controversy. One of the most juicy stories concerns a supposed emerald mine in Zambia. This story, mixing family wealth and somewhat wild mining, has recently resurfaced in the media. It brings back to the table the question of the origins of the wealth of Elon Musk, this famous entrepreneur behind Tesla and SpaceX, and his salary package. Let's dive into this fascinating case which involves Elon Musk, his father Errol, and an Italian whose identity remains unclear.
Mysterious legacy
Errol Musk, Elon's father, is described by some as a character as eccentric as he is disturbing. One day, he crossed paths with an Italian who owned an airstrip in Zambia (yes, just that). This Italian also held a rock formation filled with emeralds. According to Errol, this man paid locals to mine the gemstones without a formal contract. The deal? A simple handshake – obviously common in the days when Zambia was considered a wasteland.
It is not really known when this extraction took place. What is certain, however, is that the money made from the sale of the emeralds would have helped finance Elon's move to the United States as well as his university studies.
Elon Musk: student with support?
Elon attended the Wharton Business School at the University of Pennsylvania. Even if he had a scholarship to pay for his studies, the emeralds would have covered his daily expenses during this key period of his life. This begs the question: how much of a role did these funds actually play in his meteoric rise?
However, Elon categorically denies the very existence of this famous emerald mine. He even said: “I will give a million Dogecoin to anyone who proves that this mine exists!” » This outing clearly shows that he is fed up with what he considers to be an urban legend.
Who's telling the truth?
Errol Musk's statements add even more to the mystery surrounding this family affair. According to him, not only did the mine exist, but all his children knew about it. “When I read that, I was like, 'Can I participate? I can prove that it existed,'” he says with confidence.
Errol also specifies that there was neither an official mining company nor signed contracts or financial documents linked to this informal activity. It was just a pile of rock sticking out of the ground with no organized structure around it.
-Elon's categorical refusal could come from the fact that he does not want to come across as a “daddy's boy”. He surely prefers to be recognized for his hard work and risk-taking rather than an inherited fortune.
Errol understands this and says: “Elon's main concern is not to be seen as someone who has had everything handed to him. » However, he staunchly defends his version according to which the emeralds really mattered in their family life.
This captivating saga around the Musks reminds us how complicated it can be for those who are brilliantly successful in their personal (like Kimbal Musk, the little brother) or professional (like Elon) ventures, especially when they are already coming up themselves… well you see What !
In short, the intriguing story of Zambian emeralds continues to fuel debates and discussions on what really constitutes the initial jackpot of the technological magnate known by the emblematic name: ELON MUSK!
A reaction? Leave a comment
Did you like this article? Subscribe to our free Newsletter for engaging articles, exclusive content and the latest news.
