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Salmon & Gluckstein

Former British tobacconist business

Salmon & Gluckstein was a British tobacco business. Founded in London in 1873 by Samuel Gluckstein and Barnett Salmon (1829–1897), the firm pursued an aggressive expansion to become the largest tobacco sellers in the UK, with over 140 retail outlets.2 It ceased to exist in 1955.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1873Founded1
  • Industrytobacco industry1
  • HeadquartersAldgate1

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Salmon & Gluckstein was a British tobacco business. Founded in London in 1873 by Samuel Gluckstein and Barnett Salmon (1829–1897), the firm pursued an aggressive expansion to become the largest tobacco sellers in the UK, with over 140 retail outlets.2

Timeline

  1. 1955Dissolved Dissolved1
  2. 1873Founded Founded1

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