Silk's Origin: Gojoseon and the Seres' Role in Ancient Silk Production and the Silk Road

This research challenges the Sinocentric view of the origin of silk 'Geum brocade' by arguing that Gojoseon, the ancient Korea, played a crucial role in its development and expansion. Gojoseon used wild silkworms BingJam to produce high-quality BingGeum brocade. The study also identifies the Seres in BC 7th century, previously thought to be Chinese, as the Xiongnu Silla of Gojoseon, who traded extensively along the Silk Road. Advanced weaving cultures evidenced by archaeological finds and historical texts are highlighted, demonstrating Gojoseon's significant contribution to early silk production and its global impact.