What does a colonial haberdasher do?

A colonial haberdasher was a merchant or shopkeeper who sold smallwares, such as buttons, thread, needles, and other notions. Sometimes, they also sold clothing and household goods. Haberdashers were an important part of the colonial economy, as they provided essential goods for everyday living.

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