Box lid
Boots Pure Drug Co., Ltd
Category
Medical & health
Date
Unknown
Materials
cardboard, paper
Measurements
20 x 62 mm; 86 mm (Length)
Place of origin
United Kingdom
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The Workhouse, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
NT 1515011.2
Summary
Grey/brown cardboard lid, part of box for Phillips' 'Symétrique' Eye-Shade box. White paper label on lid with item description and manufacturer details printed in blue.
Provenance
Acquired by the National Trust when The Workhouse and associated buildings were purchased in 1997. Found in the former Firbeck Infirmary during restoration work.
Marks and inscriptions
On paper label affixed to lid: 'LEFT' 'Phillips' 'Symétrique' Eye-Shade.' 'Medical and Surgical Requisites Sold at all Branches of Boots The Chemists.' 'Boots Pure Drug Co. Ltd.'
Makers and roles
Boots Pure Drug Co., Ltd, retailer