Treasures of Bonds and Certificates (Illustrated Catalog of Qing Dynasty Business Documents in Tianjin Municipal Archives)

Author: Tianjin Municipal Archives Press
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Publishing Date: 2007-01-01
Features: The images selected for "Treasures of Bonds and Certificates—A Catalog of Qing Dynasty Business Documents in the Collection of Tianjin Municipal Archives" are all exquisite pieces from the Qing Dynasty archives held by the Tianjin Municipal Archives. Whether in content or form, they reflect the traces of economic and social development in Tianjin at that time, showcasing distinctive humanistic and regional characteristics, making them a valuable historical treasure. The publication of "Treasures of Bonds and Certificates—A Catalog of Qing Dynasty Business Documents in the Collection of Tianjin Municipal Archives" provides a great opportunity to showcase the value of the archives held by the Tianjin Municipal Archives. The research team of this book followed the compilation requirements of the National History Compilation Committee, selecting and meticulously arranging the archival materials. They conducted careful research and verification on the content and sources of the related images, and repeatedly refined and polished the descriptive text. The archives selected in this book primarily come from three major fonds: "Chamber of Commerce," "Customs," and "Postal Service."