Description:
„"Popularne 20" is one of the most famous and popular cigarette brands from the communist era in Poland. This minimalist design pack features very clear, functional graphics: a large number 20, red diagonal inscription Popular and a subtle leaf motif at the top. The font and layout style is typical of product design of the era. These were affordable, "working class" cigarettes, produced in huge quantities. Despite their simplicity, surviving original units in excellent condition are increasingly rare today.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Average. Although this package was very widespread, it is precisely because of this that there are few original, intact units left. The value increases if the package is intact, with the authentic stamp and excise sticker.
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Condition assessment: Excellent – the cellophane is intact, the printing is clear, the packaging is not compressed, authentic.
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Historical data:
„"Popularne" was one of the basic cigarette brands on the Polish domestic market. It did not have luxury status, but was an integral part of the cultural context of everyday life, often mentioned in literature or films.
