Description: The Derby Menthol Suave cigarette pack features a minimalist white design with a vertical green and blue stripe motif in the center and a coat of arms. "Menthol Suave" refers to the mild menthol flavor version. The clear inscription "20 cigarrillos clase A" and text in Spanish on the back of the pack confirm that this pack was intended for the Latin American market. The top is marked "Venta prohibida a menores", indicating that the pack is intended for local distribution.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Medium. This is one of the rarer regional brands outside of Latin America, so it is interesting for collectors seeking to amass a geographically broad collection.
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Condition assessment: Unopened, very good condition.
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Historical data and popularity: Derby is a local brand that has existed for a long time in some Latin American countries as a cheaper alternative to international products. It is not widely known, so it has a niche value.
