Description:
„"Sopianae"“ – one of the most famous Hungarian cigarette brands, produced by Pécs Tobacco Factory (Pécs Tobacco Factory), which has been operating since 1912. This particular model – „Multifilter“ – belongs to the early period of the series, when the packaging was still soft, and the design was characterized by minimalist lines and symbolism.
The packaging stands out gold-colored paper with black diagonal lines, in the middle – Coat of arms of the city of Pécs with a crown and a blue shield, with a red band at the top. The reverse side shows a cigarette design on a red coat of arms background, and the side inscription indicates the manufacturer: Pécsi Dohanygyár, Magyarország.
This is a classic Hungarian tobacco industry a product that reflects the Eastern European design and technology aesthetics of the time. The name "Multifilter" refers to the double filtration system typical of higher quality cigarettes.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: High. Older Sopianae softcovers from the 1980s are highly prized by collectors, as most surviving copies are in poor condition.
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Condition assessment: Excellent - original cellophane, clear print elements, minimal signs of age.
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Historical data: After 1990, the Sopianae brand was modernized and included in BAT (British American Tobacco) group portfolio. This old design was only used until the transition period, so the surviving copies have become collectible.
