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Empires of Silver: With Peter Egan. In 3 episodes it is explained how silver was at one times worth more than gold. China used silver as their currency and the west had to pay in silver for Chinese goods. This angered the British and sought a commodity that the Chinese would buy.
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Oct 18, 2023 · Discover what happens when the King of Spain’s supply of silver meets the Emperor of China’s tax demands. This remarkable story places China at the center of world trade 400 years ago when China’s demand for silver linked the world into one global network.
The story of how silver shaped the history of our world, from the 16th century to the present day. Emperors and czars, kings and queens, renegades and liars, all vying for power in the bloody struggle for wealth and empire.
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Oct 18, 2023 · Discover what happens when the King of Spain’s supply of silver meets the Emperor of China’s tax demands. This remarkable story places China at the center of world trade 400 years ago when China’s demand for silver linked the world into one global network.
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Curiosity Stream - Empires of Silver. 3 episodes. 93% This is the extraordinary story of how silver shaped the history of our world, from the 16th century to the present day. Episodes. Our ever-growing library will meet your interests whatever they may be.
The story of how silver shaped the history of our world, from the 16th century to the present day. Emperors and czars, kings and queens, renegades and liars, all vying for power in the bloody struggle for wealth and empire.
