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jan 1, 1840 - 1840 - Silk Beats Beaver Pelts in Europe

Description:

Silk became more popular in Europe reducing the demined for beaver pelts. The fur trade never has been able to regain its significance.

Added to timeline:

10 Sep 2017

Date:

jan 1, 1840
Now
~ 184 years ago