Description:
„Royale Menthol 100's is an elegant French menthol cigarette pack aimed at the upper class consumer. The design is subtle, with with a gold background and a green stripe accent, symbolizing freshness. Brand ROYALE printed in blue, with the menthol version written underneath MENTHOL.
Stylish seen above sail symbol, which was part of SEITA's brand identity, conveying an image of lightness and sophistication. At the bottom of the package – a French health warning „"Nuit gravement à la santé"“, typical of packets after 1992, when the EU began to apply standardized warnings.
The sides show the tobacco composition and nicotine/tar levels, and the back has the inscription "Fraîcheur intense" ("intense freshness"), emphasizing the menthol character of the product.
Value assessment:
– Collectible value: average. Royale series packs - interesting for their French design and quality printing, but not particularly rare. The menthol versions (Royale Menthol 100's) are considered slightly rarer than regular Royale packs.
– Condition assessment: Excellent. Original cellophane wrap, gold surface clean, graphics bright and intact.
– Historical data: SEITA was one of the main French tobacco manufacturers, later merging with Tabacalera and becoming part of Altadis, and then Imperial Tobacco.
