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Lot Essay
Gostinaia Sotnia was a privileged corporation of Russian merchants existing from the late 16th century to the beginning of the 18th century. Members of the Gostinaia Sotnia had many privileges including exemption from state fiscal and service obligations and exclusion from the jurisdiction of local authorities.
In return, members of the Gostinaia Sotnia had additional state-treasury responsibilities, for example they would serve as administrative deputies and heads of customs houses. They were responsible for collecting unpaid taxes and and were often rewarded by the Emperor if they collected more tax than was expected.
In return, members of the Gostinaia Sotnia had additional state-treasury responsibilities, for example they would serve as administrative deputies and heads of customs houses. They were responsible for collecting unpaid taxes and and were often rewarded by the Emperor if they collected more tax than was expected.