Early 1600s: Introduction of Tulips to the NetherlandsLate 16th Century: Tulips are introduced to the Netherlands from the Ottoman Empire. They quickly gain popularity among the Dutch aristocracy and affluent merchants.

1620s: Rising Popularity1624: Tulips become a status symbol among the wealthy, with rare varieties fetching exorbitant prices. The tulip trade begins to flourish, leading to the establishment of specialized nurseries and markets.

1625-1630: Emergence of the Tulip Market1625: The tulip market begins to formalize, with organized auctions and a growing number of traders participating. The popularity of tulips spreads across social classes.

1630: Speculation begins to increase as prices for certain varieties soar. Buyers start purchasing bulbs not for cultivation but for potential profit.

1634: Speculation Peaks1634: Tulip prices reach unprecedented levels, with some rare varieties selling for prices equivalent to a house. The market becomes increasingly speculative, attracting participants from all social strata.

1636: Height of the Tulip ManiaEarly 1636: The tulip market experiences a speculative frenzy, with prices escalating rapidly. Futures contracts become common, allowing traders to buy and sell bulbs before they are actually grown.

1636: The tulip market becomes a topic of fascination in society, with many individuals viewing tulip trading as a way to achieve wealth quickly. February 1637: The Haarlem AuctionFebruary 3, 1637: A pivotal auction takes place in Haarlem, where many expected high prices fail to materialize.

This event marks the beginning of the market's decline, as confidence begins to wane. .