Description:
This is a mini-size (10 cigarettes) pack of Derby Suaves, intended for Argentina. The design features a clean white background, a blue central stripe with the coat of arms and a gold border, creating a sophisticated image. The word "Suaves" (lit. mild) indicates a lower strength - this was the usual classification before the ban on the use of such terms. The pack has the Argentine fiscal stamp on the top and the warning "El fumar es predicamental para la salud" on the back, in accordance with the law Ley N° 23.344.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Medium. The Derby brand is well-known in South America, but the Suaves version and mini packaging make this pack more desirable among collectors, especially in geographic and format variant collections.
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Condition assessment: Unopened, excellent condition - original film, clearly visible stamp, no mechanical damage.
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Historical data and popularity: Packs of 10 cigarettes were popular with more economical consumers, but as a result they were less likely to remain intact, so this version has additional collector value. The „Suaves“ designation is also historically interesting - such terms are now banned for use on tobacco products in many countries.
