Merchants [ Commerce ]
… came together in the figure of the merchant. Sociability was an important element of mercantile culture, because a good reputation and good social networks were integral to a merchant’s credit and financial dealings. People > Commerce … credit concerned his ability to manage capital but was based on commercial connections forged through networks, reputations, and friendships, where estimations of a person’s honour could be made. Making good social connections was … came together in the figure of the merchant. Sociability was an important element of mercantile culture, because a good reputation and good social networks were integral to a merchant’s credit and financial dealings. … Gauci, Perry, Emporium …
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