Vintage Boots iodized blackcurrant pastilles tin. A small, decorative tin and very collectible.
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Some age related wear
Size 9 cm wide 6 cm depth 2 cm tall
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Boots , originally a herbalist store, was founded in Nottingham in 1849 by John Boot. It expanded from selling herbal remedies to becoming a major retailer and manufacturer of health and personal care products. The company has a long history of innovation, including the development of ibuprofen in the 1960s.
Here's a more detailed look at Boots' history:
1849: John Boot opens his first store at 6 Goose Gate, Nottingham, selling herbal remedies, according to Visit Nottinghamshire.
Early Years: The business was initially known as the British and American Botanic Establishment, catering to the industrial poor with affordable remedies.
1860s: John Boot's son, Jesse Boot, helps his mother run the shop after his father's death.
1883: The company is incorporated as Boot and Co. Ltd.
1888: It becomes Boots Pure Drug Company Ltd.
1920: Jesse Boot sells the company to the American United Drug Company.
1933: Due to economic challenges in North America, Boots is sold back into British ownership.
1960s: Boots develops the painkiller ibuprofen.
2006: The company merges with Alliance UniChem, forming Alliance Boots.
2007: Alliance Boots is acquired by a private equity firm.
2025: The Boots Group is formed following the acquisition of Walgreens Boots Alliance by Sycamore Partners.
Boots has been a significant player in the retail and pharmaceutical industries, known for its innovative products and commitment to affordable healthcare, says Money Maze Podcast. The company has also been involved in various community initiatives, including providing support during health crises like the Hong Kong flu and swine flu epidemics.