Description:
„Red & White – classic Marcovitch Cigarettes Ltd. product designed as British Virginia cigarettes with filter. Marcovitch was one of the oldest London tobacco houses, founded in the late 19th century, famous for its high-quality export cigarettes.
The design is distinguished by minimalism and elegant color contrast: red and cream (off-white) color combination, in the center - Marcovitch emblem with monogram "M" and inscription "Established 1839"„. This is one of the early Western packages that spread in Eastern Europe even before the broad liberalization of imports in the USSR.
This package was intended for export (or sale in free economic zones and to travelers), so its condition and authentic cellophane are of great importance in assessing its collectible value.
Value assessment:
Collectible value: High to very high. Marcovitch Red & White is a classic symbol of British design, valued for its rarity, early period and links to colonial-type trade. Original, non-USSR copy editions are currently in demand among tobacciana collectors across Europe.
Condition assessment: Unopened, cellophane wrapped, very good condition (minimal surface dents on the bottom).
Historical data and popularity: This edition was popular among diplomatic channels, travelers, and ships in duty-free shops. Due to its limited supply in Eastern Europe, the package became a sought-after collector's item.
