Description:
This is a colorfully designed pack of cigarettes from the Spanish brand "Fortuna" intended for the Polish market. The front side is uniquely marked with the advertising phrase "Smak Hiszpanii!" (Lithuanian: "Taste of Spain!"), as well as text presenting "Fortuna" as the most popular brand in Spain. On the other side of the pack is a stylized motif of a dancer or theater and the phrase "Sabor de España!" (Lithuanian: "Taste of Spain!") written in Spanish. The pack is marked with a Polish excise stamp with a clear date of 2004. This is one of those cases when a brand is localized with a national flavor and aimed at a consumer who loves the exoticism of the market.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Medium-high. Limited edition design, localized edition version and colorful graphics make this pack unique among regional editions. Highly attractive to collectors who like „culture-inspired” tobacco products.
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Condition assessment: Unopened, with original film intact and excellent aesthetics. Excise stamp clearly visible, no damage. Excellent collectible condition.
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Historical data and popularity:
„Fortuna is a long-standing brand in Spain, part of the Altadis group. It was also distributed in some Eastern European markets in the 2000s, including Poland. This particular design was limited edition and did not see long-term sales, making it rare among collectors. It is most often sought after by collectors focused on "export" editions or national theme packs.
