
A look at how the silver trade influenced the history of the world, beginning the global economy and linking China to the European empires and the Americas.
The extraordinary story of how silver shaped the history of the world, from the 16th century to the present day.
China becomes the greatest economic and cultural power in the world; Emperor Qianlong rules over the empire for over 50 years, which extends from the Himalayas to the Yellow Sea.
China grows in wealth from tax reform and trade with silver boosting its economy, however as the 19th century approaches, Great Britain rises to challenge China.