Joyeongtongsangjoyak (Yeongmun Gate)

This book is a document recording the treaty of commerce concluded between Joseon and Great Britain. The English-language text sets out the agreement in detail, while the Chinese-character text attached at the end is a single page briefly stating that ministers of the two countries would be dispatched to implement the treaty. It was signed in person by Emperor Gojong at Changdeokgung Palace on 8 March 1884, the twenty-first year of his reign. This is important material for research into the history of diplomacy with Great Britain.

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Where it is

Region

Seocho-gu, Seoul

Designation

Provincial Tangible Heritage · 시도유형문화유산