The overseas territories which came under Spanish control from the late 15th century onwards. included the Canaries, most of the West Indian Islands, the whole of Central America, large stretches of South America, and the Philippines. 

By the 16th century the Spanish Empire was a powerful maritime empire that conquered territories in America, Asia, and Africa. The empire reached the height of its power and influence under King Philip II, who ruled from 1554 until his death in 1598. During this time, Spain's wealth and culture flourished, and the empire helped to create a global economy. 

In the heart of the 1600s, the Spanish held dominion over the West Indies, the Caribbean, and the Gulf of Mexico. Their galleons, with sails billowing in the wind, traversed the waters between Colombia, Florida abd Spain carrying treasures beyond imagination. These vessels were laden with Ancient Antiquities,  Period Antiques, Objets D'Art, sparkling jewelry, gold and silver bullion, diamonds, gemstones and pearls, coins and currency, exquisite furniture, and an array of Pre-Columbian, artifacts and relics, Among their cargo were Aztec, Mayan and Incan artifacts and relics, Chinese Porcelain, arms and armor

The Spanish Main Treasure Company, a modern-day endeavor founded In 1999 by Brian & Nicole Ganey on the allure of the past, sought to recreate the opulence and richness of those times. The mission is to gather treasures from the depths of history, and present them anew in the 21st century, blending old-world charm with contemporary flair.

As the company embarks on their ambitious quest, divers scour the ocean floor for sunken galleons, buyers scour the world for local, national and global online auctions, estate sales and private collections, their eyes alight with the prospect of unearthing a chest of Spanish gold, a gem-encrusted artifact. Or a rare Suit Of Armor each discovery brings them closer to their goal of reviving the splendor of the Spanish Main in a modern context.

The treasures we discover, buy and salvage are meticulously restored and curated, ready to be showcased to a world hungry for the mystique of the past. From exquisite jewels to intricately crafted suits of armor, each piece holds a story waiting to be told. 

And so, the Spanish Main Treasure Company breathes new life into the treasures of old, enchanting collectors and enthusiasts alike with a glimpse into a bygone era of wealth and grandeur. In their hands, the legacy of the Spanish galleons lives on, shining brightly in the light of a new dawn.