Description:
This pack of cigarettes "ТУ 154" is named after the legendary Soviet passenger plane Tupolev TU-154, which was widely used in civil aviation from the 1970s to the 2000s. The design of the pack is distinguished by a bright blue background and a realistic depiction of a flying plane, while at the top there is a coat of arms and the date "1892", most likely indicating the year of the tobacco factory's foundation. The inscription "Сигареты с фильтром" indicates that these are filtered cigarettes. This model was intended for the domestic market, as evidenced by the Russian excise stamp and warnings.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Medium–high. Due to the thematic design (aviation), this pack is appreciated not only among tobacco collectors, but also among aviation collectors. The TU-154 is a well-known and iconic model, so this pack has additional symbolic value.
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Condition assessment: Unopened, original cellophane packaging, good condition. Slightly compressed due to soft type packaging, but overall condition preserved.
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Historical data and popularity: This model was one of the Soviet/post-Soviet themed series of packages, which can be considered a reflection of the spirit of the times. Today, packages with thematic names (e.g. "Космос", "ТУ 154", "Байкал") are gaining increasing attention in collections.
