Description:
This cigarette pack "1703" is designed to commemorate the founding date of St. Petersburg - 1703, as indicated on the back: "Год основания Санкт-Петербурга по указу Императора Петра Великого" ("Year of the Foundation of St. Petersburg by Decree of Tsar Peter I"). The pack is white, decorated with gold and brown accents, with a coat of arms with two lions visible at the top. On the front is the inscription "White Touch" and a stylized silhouette of the St. Petersburg skyline. Aesthetically clean, solid design, conveying a historical and prestigious image.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Above average. Due to its clear thematic connection to a historical event, good design, and rarity, this package is considered interesting for collections related to Russian historical publications or anniversary editions.
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Condition assessment: Unopened, in excellent condition, with excise stamp and intact foil.
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Historical data and popularity: The packs of this edition were not widely distributed and were mainly intended for the domestic market. The significant historical date used makes the pack attractive to niche collectors.
