Description:
This is a classic „WD & HO Wills Capstan Filter Kings“ edition – one of the most famous British cigarette brands of the mid-20th century. This pack belongs to the post-war design generation, when the traditional Capstan the logo was adapted to a more modern filter format – Filter Kings.
The packaging stands out white paper background with vertical red and blue stripe composition, symbolizing the traditional British colours. Above is an excise stamp with the inscription L4 CIG 1/57, characteristic of the United Kingdom excise system of the 1960s and 1970s.
Manufacturer information is marked on the left side – „WD & HO Wills, a member of the Imperial Tobacco Group“, testifying to belonging to one of the oldest tobacco manufacturers in Great Britain. This period Capstan The series was popular among sailors, soldiers and traditional British tobacco lovers.
This package is authentic British edition, produced before the design was modernized in the 1980s, and is therefore considered a valuable historical artifact among collectors.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: High. The Wills Capstan is a classic symbol of the British tobacco industry, and the original soft packs with excise tape are extremely rare. This example is particularly prized for its original cellophane and clearly legible excise details.
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Condition assessment: Very good - packaging intact, original cellophane, minimal surface signs of wear. Colors are bright, graphics are clear.
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Historical data and popularity: „WD & HO Wills is one of the oldest tobacco companies in Europe, founded in the 19th century, and the Capstan line has been one of their flagships since 1894.
