Description:
This pack of Dukat 8 cigarettes features a minimalist light gray design with a subtle gold number "8" indicating the tare content (8 mg of resin). The LD mark (Liggett-Ducat) is visible on the top of the pack, confirming its affiliation with one of the oldest Russian tobacco manufacturers. The design is formally restrained, designed to convey cleanliness and a milder taste. The pack contains warnings about the harms of smoking and the original Russian excise stamp. The pack is original, unpacked, with the gloss of the printing preserved.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Medium. This is not a limited edition pack, but belongs to a historically important brand - Dukat, which was one of the most famous cigarette manufacturers in Russia during the Soviet era. The milder versions ("8") are less common than the regular strength ones.
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Condition assessment: Excellent - unpacked, with film and clearly visible label.
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Historical data and popularity: „Dukat as a brand has existed in Russia since Soviet times. Although this version of the "8" is modern, it retains historical continuity and belongs to the transitional period of production, before strong advertising and tobacco restrictions.
