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Tag Archives: seals
Chop it to make it legal
Do you know what a ‘chop’ is in China? (hint: it is NOT a cut of meat). It is a carved seal bearing the name of the individual, company, Provincial government, government department etc. Chops have been used for thousands … Continue reading →
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Tagged Chinese business practices, Chinese culture, chops, cinnebar paste, legal documents in China, seals, yinzhang
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