Description:
„Marlboro Middle East Edition – Wooden Relief features an unusual and artistic design, dominated by a woodcut-like ornament. The reddish-brown background imitates a sculpturally carved surface with leaf and plant motifs in relief, giving the packaging a distinctive, almost handmade feel. At the top, in the traditional Marlboro triangle area, a subtle logo and the classic red and white mark are visible.
The Arabic language warnings and local design of the stamp indicate that this release was intended for the Persian Gulf region – likely the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia or Qatar.
The pack features a sophisticated contrast between the dark woodgrain background and light silver lettering – a great example of how Marlboro's global design has been adapted to local culture.
Value assessment:
– Collectible value: Above average. Regional Marlboro releases from the Middle East are relatively rare and sought after by collectors due to their limited distribution and unique design interpretations. This Wooden Relief variant is considered one of the more interesting local Marlboro design experiments.
– Condition assessment: Excellent, unopened, original film, no damage.
– Historical data and popularity: „Philip Morris International has been creating limited edition designs for the Middle Eastern market since the early 2000s that reflect cultural aesthetics (ornament, geometric patterns, traditional symbols). This pack belongs to that series.
