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jan 1, 1796 - 1st Department Store Opens

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Open from 1796 to 1820, Harding, Howell & Co. could be considered a forerunner of the modern department store. The shop was divided into four departments, selling fur and fans, fabric for dresses, haberdashery, jewelry and clocks, perfume and millinery.

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jan 1, 1796
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~ 229 years ago