Description:
„Cleopatra is one of the most famous Egyptian cigarette brands, produced from the mid-20th century to the present day. This particular specimen is from the classic series Filter Tipped King Size a variant produced around 1980-1990, when the packaging still had the old design with fine horizontal lines and a red band at the top.
The main design highlight is a black silhouette of Cleopatra in profile with a royal headdress, symbolizing the heritage of ancient Egypt. On the top of the package, a blue Egyptian excise sticker is visible with the inscription Made in Egypt and Egyptian Customs Administration. The manufacturer's data on the side is - Manufactured by Eastern Co. SAE, Cairo, Egypt.
The package retains its original cellophane wrapper, although the top is slightly damaged by time - common for older copies.
Value assessment:
– Collectible value: high. This old Cleopatra model with the classic Egyptian excise mark is one of the most sought after among North African tobacco collectors.
– Condition assessment: good, with minor damage to the cellophane, but the package is unopened.
– Historical data: „Cleopatra, Egypt's first export cigarette brand, was considered a national pride. Such packs were distributed locally and exported to Middle Eastern countries and some African markets.
