The London Stationers objected strenuously, claiming that they had a monopoly on Bible printing. Business stamps are generally available from stationers or direct from the manufacturer. The latter are usually located in shops such as stationers. In 1403 the City of London Corporation approved the formation of a Guild of stationers. In 1403, the Corporation of London approved the formation of a guild of stationers. She granted a Royal Charter to the Company of Stationers in 1557. The system was maintained by secular stationers guilds, which produced both religious and non-religious material. Other small independent businesses exist, including several accounts and a stationers. Although this decision was a boon to the Stationers, it was short-lived.