Self-stick Note Paper (Nov, 1980)
Origin of Post-Its?
Self-stick Note Paper
Adhesive-back notepaper sticks to almost any surface without staples, clips or tape. Bright yellow color attracts attention. When note has served its purpose, remove it with a gentle pull. In three sizes from 79c. 3M, 600 Third Ave., New York, N Y. 10016.
Yes, it’s the Post-It adhesive note. According to Wikipedia, it debuted on April 6, 1980. That’s about the year I recall them showing up.
It’s interesting that it looked like it originally was packaged like a roll of “tape”, about an inch wide…
It was in the news lately that “the product was originally tested for sale in four cities under the name ‘Press ‘N Peel’ in 1977, sold as ‘Post-its’ in 1979 when the rollout introduction began and sold nationwide in 1980”.
This came to light after a game show (“Million Dollar Drop” on Fox) incorrectly ruled against someone who had bet that Post-Its had been sold before Sony Walkmans.