Description:
A bright red cigarette pack with a Spanish-themed design – the name „Fortuna“ in white letters at the top, and the yellow slogan „Sabor de España!“ (Lithuanian: „Taste of Spain“) below, indicating the product’s origin and marketing theme. The back side features the Polish translation „Smak Hiszpanii“ with a description of the brand. Warnings in Polish – „Palenie tytoniu powoduje raka“ and „powoduje chorobry serca“ – and a 2004 Polish excise stamp indicate that this pack is intended for the Polish market. The front side also features an illustration with a warning photo, typical of transitional packaging.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Medium to high. This is a limited release version - not a general Spanish release, but a localized version with additional design and marketing emphasis for Polish consumers. Such a regional release may be interesting for collectors who collect adaptations from different countries.
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Condition assessment: In excellent condition - the film is intact, the corners are straight, the excise stamp is in place.
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Historical data and popularity: Fortuna was one of the most popular cigarette brands in Spain, but this version with localized marketing was only available for a short time. The pack reflects the visual communication of the early 2000s, when smoking warnings began to be combined with emotional images.
