Mercantilism: An economic system during this time that emphasized accumulating wealth through trade, including precious metals like silver.
Columbian Exchange: The exchange of goods, ideas, and diseases between Europe, Africa, and the Americas as a result of increased global contact due to exploration and colonization.
Triangular Trade: A three-way trading network involving Europe, Africa, and the Americas that included goods such as slaves, raw materials (including silver), and manufactured products.