Description:
„"21 Vek" (lit. "21st century") is a little-known but visually distinctive Russian cigarette brand. This pack stands out with a clean white and blue design, marked with the words "BIOFILTER" and "СРЕДНИЙ ВКУС • 10" (average taste). The back features a filter cutout, emphasizing the technological advantages of the cigarettes, and the slogan about "true American Blend quality". On the sides are warnings about the dangers of smoking and technical information. It is one of the few at that time that tried to convey the image of modernity in the segment of cheaper Russian cigarettes.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Low-medium. Although the brand is not widely known or sought after, it is an interesting example of a post-Soviet attempt to modernize design and filtration technology.
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Condition assessment: Excellent - unopened, original protective film.
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Historical data and popularity: The "21st Century" brand did not enter long-term use - it remained little known to many. Such a package may be attractive to niche collectors interested in Russian or technologically themed collections (e.g. "biofilters" or innovative solutions).
