Description:
Chesterfield "American Classic" King Size - a classic Philip Morris product for the Argentine market, distinguished by the traditional combination of white and red colors with gold details. The design is focused on the "American tradition", therefore it is reminiscent of Chesterfield's classic US packaging. At the top - a red rectangle with a gold inscription "20 CIGARETTES", and in the center - a red vertical column with a "Ch" monogram and the inscription "Chesterfield".
The bottom part shows "KING SIZE CIGARETTES" and "INDUSTRIA ARGENTINA". The back of the pack contains the following description in English:
“"The finest Virginia Bright and rich dark Burley with a subtle finish of Oriental Gold. Expertly blended to bring out the best qualities of each for a taste unlike any other."”
This was a prestigious Chesterfield line, exclusively for the Argentine market, produced locally under license from Philip Morris International. The original Argentine excise sticker "Código N°14" remains on the top, in accordance with the law "Ley 24.674".
Value assessment:
Collectible Value: Medium to High. This is one of the most recognizable Chesterfield designs in South America, particularly prized for its full, crisp print quality and classic American design.
Condition rating: Excellent - package is unopened, with original cellophane and excise sticker.
Historical data and popularity: Chesterfield was one of the oldest and most well-known tobacco brands, and the American Classic series was a limited edition, produced around 2000-2010 in Argentina. This version features a particularly clean print and the classic Chesterfield logo, making it often sought after by collectors looking to complete the South American edition series.
