Description:
North Star is an American-style blend, but produced for the Russian market. The package is bright red with a blue star and a white „North Star“ logo. The package says „Blend of USA“, but the excise stamp (1B, Russian) and inscriptions indicate that this is a product intended for the Russian domestic market. The simple, bright design creates associations with Western products, but this is a post-Soviet production, rare in modern trade.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Average. This package is not widely known or historically significant, but it is interesting as an Eastern European market-oriented product with an "American" style.
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Condition assessment: Unopened, very good condition.
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Historical data and popularity: Despite the label "Blend of USA", this is a locally produced pack whose presence on the market was episodic, so it may be of some interest to collectors.
