Medieval Glossary
Guild
An association of either artisans or merchants. Artisan guilds tended to try to monopolize a trade so that all guildsmen could equally share profits, while merchant guilds tried to secure rights to protect trade through government and politics.
Related term(s): Guildsman; Master; Journeyman; Apprentice
Category: Society
Added: 08.02.04
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