Thumbtacks, also known as push pins or drawing pins, have a history dating back to the 19th century. The exact origin is not definitively documented, but they are believed to have evolved from earlier pin designs. The concept of attaching notes or papers to surfaces using pins or tacks predates the thumbtack's more modern design. The evolution of thumbtacks likely involved improvements in materials and manufacturing techniques. By the late 19th century, various patents for designs resembling contemporary thumbtacks began to emerge. The simplicity and effectiveness of thumbtacks, particularly the convenience of pushing them into surfaces using one's thumb, contributed to their widespread adoption in offices, homes, and various other settings for affixing papers and documents to bulletin boards or walls. Over time, thumbtacks have become ubiquitous office supplies with a straightforward yet essential design.
[Show title reference: "Monstruo" by Mueran Humanos]
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