Description:
Classic design soft bag, decorated blue, white and gold color combination. The upper part forms a golden triangle, transitioning to a blue background, in the center - a circular logo with anchor symbol, emphasizing the brand name and maritime character.
Name „"ANCHOR"“ printed in large letters, with information below in three languages – Lithuanian, Russian („Сигареты 'Инкарас'‘) and a short technical note about the class (’Класс третий с фильтром“).
The manufacturer indicated on the side parts is – Lithuanian SSR Tobacco Industry Enterprise, texts are presented in bilingual form. The design is extremely balanced, reflecting the aesthetics of Soviet packaging from the 1960s and 1970s: clear symbolism, minimalism, and functionality.
Value assessment:
– Collectible value: Higher – this package is one of the most famous products of the Lithuanian SSR, with lasting value due to its recognizable design and symbolic name. „Ankaras“ was widely distributed, but unopened, good condition copy little remained.
– Condition assessment: Very good - unopened, original film, slight natural signs of aging (light paper tone).
– Historical data and popularity: „"Inkaras" was a product of the Kaunas tobacco factory, which took its name from a famous shoe factory, thus exploiting a recognized local brand. These cigarettes are classified for third grade, i.e. for mid-segment products. The pack is considered a classic example of Lithuanian SSR design, often mentioned in Soviet cigarette collections.
