Description:
„Fribourg & Treyer Number One Filter De Luxe is a classic British cigarette pack that represents the tobacco traditions of old England. This brand, founded in 1720 in London, was famous as a tobacco supplier to the royal family and the elite. The front of the packet is dark blue with a gold frame and a coat of arms indicating the location - Haymarket, London. In the center, the inscription "Fribourg & Treyer Number One" with additional marking Filter De Luxe, indicating a high-quality filter.
On the back side there is a historical text in English, emphasizing the prestige of the brand: "Tobacconists & Purveyors of Foreign Snuff to The Kings of Hanover and Belgium, The Duke of Sussex, Cambridge & Kent".
The package is made Made in England, and the distributor is listed as "James B. Russell Inc., Upper Saddle River, NJ, USA", so this copy was intended for for export to the US market. The design is subtle and elegant, with gold details and the aesthetics of luxury British products.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: High. Fribourg & Treyer products have long been discontinued, so original unopened packages are kept rare collectibles, especially those that were exported to the United States.
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Condition assessment: Unopened, original film still intact, but visible traces of age spots (oxidation on the surface). This is normal for packaging of this age and does not significantly affect the reduction in value.
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Historical data and popularity: This brand is considered one of the oldest in the world of tobacco. After the end of the 20th century, production was discontinued, and the name remained only in the pipe tobacco niche. As a result, the cigarette versions became highly sought after in the collector community.
