Description:
This Jockey Bicentennial Edition – limited edition anniversary pack of Jockey cigarettes, released 2010. In Argentina, commemorating 200th anniversary of independence (1810–2010). This edition was produced by Nobleza Piccardo SAIC., belonging to British American Tobacco for the concern.
On the top of the package is official Argentine banderola "Código N° 4 - CIGARRILLOS"„ with a record “IMP. INT. LEY 24.674”.
The illustration in this edition shows „"boleador"“ – a traditional South American gaucho tool, symbolizing the Argentine cowboy culture. The design features a white base with vertical red stripes on the sides and subtle national colors (light blue and white).
On the back there was an advertising text inviting people to participate in a national lottery dedicated to the Bicentennial - the prizes were trips to famous places in Argentina (Calafate, Cataratas, Salta).
Warning below “"El fumar es prejudicial para la salud - Ley N° 23.344"”.
This is one of the few Bicentennial series designs – each packet depicted a different national symbol (e.g. "mate", "boleadoras", "bandera", etc.).
Value assessment:
Collectible value: High – limited, anniversary edition, one of several designs in the series.
Condition assessment: Excellent - full film, undamaged stamp, remaining lottery advertising sticker.
Historical data: The Jockey Bicentenario series is considered one of the most significant modern series of Argentine tobacco packaging dedicated to a national occasion, and is therefore sought after by collectors in both South America and Europe.
