Description:
The package stands out with its subtle, minimalist design with a clear graphic accent – horizontal gray lines covering the entire front surface. The name is visible at the top „LIBAO“, printed in large, elegant font, and above it - a gold-colored label with the inscription Hangzhou Cigarette Factory, indicating the manufacturer. The logo with a lion figure at the bottom gives the brand a sense of prestige. The overall color combination – silver-gray with ivory shades – gives the pack a modern but restrained visual character. This design is typical of higher-end Chinese cigarettes, produced in large tobacco factories, intended for both domestic and export.
Value assessment:
– Collectible value: Average. Libao is not a widely known international brand, but its elegant design and excellent condition make it attractive to collectors of classic Chinese editions.
– Condition assessment: Excellent - unopened, in original cellophane wrap, with factory seal intact.
– Historical data and popularity: „Libao was produced at the Hangzhou Tobacco Factory, one of China's most prominent tobacco manufacturers, which had been operating since the mid-20th century. The factory was known for its modern filter cigarettes and export products for the Asian and Eastern European markets.
