Historical information

This product first manufactured in 1908 however this item was manufactured circa 1920-1930 and marketed as waterproof and free from acid of any description.

Significance

The requirement of users to be acid free was a historical first for this type of product. Consumer awareness and demand for a better product information statement was at its infant stage and the fore front of modern consumer legislation.

Physical description

Rusted round tin container, originally contained shoe or boot polish manufactured by Nugget.

Inscriptions & markings

Outside tin trade marked "nugget waterproof black polish (unequalled) free from acid or any description preserving leather from cracking. for patent, glace kid, box calf and other leathers" manufactured in Williamstown Australia