Description:
„Kim Menthol Leggera is a German variant of slim cigarettes, produced by the Reemtsma factory. These cigarettes were intended for for a female audience, emphasizing the softness and freshness of menthol. The "Leggera" (Italian for "light") in the name reflects the lighter flavor profile and reduced tar and nicotine content.
The design is elegant and harmonious: clean white background, decorated with green wave ornament in the lower part, symbolizing freshness. Logo who presented in a minimalist style, with the text written in red at the top Slim Size, and in the green strip – Filter Cigarettes.
The package states "American Blend", which means that the tobacco blend is created according to American tradition (Virginia, Burley, Oriental), but adapted to European tastes.
Glued on top German excise stamp (Bandarole) with small heraldic ornaments, confirming production and sale to the German market.
Value assessment:
– Collectible value: high. The "Kim" series packets from the German market are rarer than their Italian or American counterparts, so they are more highly valued, especially the menthol variants. The "Reemtsma" production was characterized by high printing quality and design precision, which gives this packet additional collectible value.
– Condition assessment: very good. Original cellophane wrap, bright print elements, visible excise stamp, slight signs of age.
– Historical data: „Kim was one of Reemtsma's modern experimental lines, produced to compete with Eve and Virginia Slims in both Western European and Middle Eastern markets.
