Description
Bong Sen (translated from Vietnamese – „"Lotus"“) – one of the symbols of the classic Vietnamese tobacco industry, produced State Tobacco Corporation "Vinasa"„.
The center of the package shows red lotus flower, which is considered in Vietnam purity, renewal and national identity Above the flower are stylized cloud ornaments, typical of oriental design.
Color scheme – cream background with red accent and gold lines – conveys a subtle contrast between simplicity and elegance.
Clearly visible on the top bar red excise stamp with the "T.MOA" mark, which confirms that this authentic local market edition, intended for Vietnam, not for export.
It was popular middle class cigarette brand, often compared to Vinataba whether Thang Long, but with a milder taste.
Value assessment
Collectible value: Medium–high.
„Bông Sen packets from this period are becoming increasingly rare because local editions from the communist period (before the market liberalization of the 1990s) were produced in limited editions and mostly consumed locally.
Unaltered cellophane and clearly visible T.MOA The stamp significantly increases the collectible value.
Condition assessment: Very good - original cellophane, no discoloration, stamp perfectly preserved.
