Description:
„The Gonio cigarette pack has a simple but expressive design – a brown background with a stylized ornamental circle at the top and white Georgian and Russian inscriptions. In the center of the design is a symbolic sign resembling a swirl or geometric sun motif, which can be associated with the culture or historical symbolism of the Caucasus region. The name most likely comes from the Gonio fortress (near Batumi), known as a historical site. Visually, the pack retains the aesthetics of the Soviet era, but with a clear regional identity.
Value assessment:
Collectible value: Medium–High. Although not widely known or sought after, this parcel is valuable due to its regional uniqueness, bilingual Georgian–Russian labeling, and clear symbolic reference to the historical site.
Condition assessment: Unopened, with original film, very good condition.
Historical data and popularity:
This type of pack was produced at the Tbilisi Tobacco Factory for the domestic Georgian market. The name "Gonio" in Georgian script makes this pack unique among standard USSR cigarettes.
