Description:
„Lido Blu – a classic Italian cigarette pack, made Italian Tobacco Association (ETI), a state-owned tobacco company operating until 2004. The name "Lido" is associated with Italian coastal culture, leisure and an image of lightness - this is reflected in the minimalist design of the pack.
Primary colors – white, black and bright blue. At the top is a lion symbol with a shield, which has long been the symbol of Lido, and in the center is a large "LIDO" inscription in black font and a slanting blue and black band. On the side is an inscription 20 cigarettes with filter, and visible at the top State Monopolies a tax stamp indicating that the package is intended for the Italian market.
The package is new, tightly sealed, in the original film, preserved without defects. The design is very typical of Italian products of the late 80s and early 90s, when geometric elements, clear contrasts and refined simplicity dominated.
Value assessment:
Collectible Value: Medium-High. Lido Blu packs are becoming increasingly rare as it is one of the classic ETI products, reflecting the period of Italy's tobacco monopoly. Collectors value it for its authentic stamp, clear design and cultural connection to Italian tobacco history.
Condition rating: Excellent - unopened, with original film and label.
Historical data: The Lido series appeared around the 1970s, and in the 1990s it was updated in terms of design - "Lido Blu" became a modern version, focused on a younger, European-style audience.
