How much did the first calculator cost?

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In the late 70's I worked at a credit union and the receptionist received a calculator for the front desk. It performed the basic functions of add; subtract; multiply; and divide. It was as large as the "C" volume of the World Book Encylopedia. As I recall the price for this calculator was over $500.00

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