Description: „The “RTF„ cigarette pack is an example of modernist design from the USSR period, produced in the Latvian SSR. The name “RTF„ most likely stands for Riga Tobacco Factory, which is confirmed by the round logo with the inscription “Latv. PSR„ at the bottom. The design of the pack is minimalist: a light gray background, large white letters “RTF„, and above them the inscription “cigaretes ar filtru„, which means “cigarettes with a filter” in Latvian. The price of the pack is 20 kopecks, which is typical for mass-produced, economy-class cigarettes.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Medium is one of the rarer Latvian issues with an exceptionally minimalist design. It is valued by collectors who specialize in Soviet designs or Latvian SSR production.
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Condition assessment: Unopened, original cellophane. Natural signs of aging are visible on the surface, but overall condition is very good.
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Historical data and popularity: This package is not common, and Latvian issues during the USSR period usually had a unique, modest design. "RTF" is interesting as a visually distinctive example.
