Description:
This „Winston Super Slims Lights Menthol“ – an elegant and modern variant of the Winston brand, created for a female audience who likes a menthol taste and a light smoke. This pack is made in Belarus according to JTI (Japan Tobacco International) license, as evidenced by Belarusian excise stamp at the top with the inscription "РЕСПУБЛИКА БЕЛАРУСЬ".
The design is minimalist and extremely clean – white background with green horizontal Winston logo and a subtle gray inscription super sick, which runs vertically on both sides of the package. Above the logo is a flying eagle - the classic Winston symbol.
This edition stands out light menthol flavor and a mild tobacco blend for the "Lights" category. This was one of the early releases of Super Slims, before the international design update around 2010.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Medium-high. This model is rated as one of the first Winston superslim releases from the Eastern European market, characterized by a restrained, classic style. Important for collectors due to its limited distribution in the regions of Belarus and Russia.
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Condition assessment: Excellent - cellophane is intact, excise stamp is clear, surface is clean without stains or scratches.
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Historical data and popularity: „Winston Super Slims were JTI's strategic response to the popularity of Esse, Kiss and Vogue in the superslim segment in the early 2000s.
