Qing Dynasty, the 29th year of Daoguang（1849 A.D.）

Display size：179.5 x 70 cm

Collection Number：2023-1655

This is a joyous gazette of the final result of the Imperial Examination in 1849 and official appointments for the candidate. In this case, the candidate Ye Xinzi has been appointed as a county magistrate and has been assigned to Hubei Province through a lottery drawing.

 

In ancient times, the announcement of examination results was typically communicated through official channels. This particular joyous gazette also bears the inscription "Titang Official Gazette (提塘官報)".