Description
„Salem Slim Lights Menthol 100's is a sleek, minimalist design soft pack that maintains the classic Salem brand green and white color scheme. A vertical turquoise stripe on the right side gives the package a slim and clean look, perfectly reflecting the "slim" concept.
The Salem logo is laid out in a classic font typical of RJ Reynolds' late 1990s production, with the provenance indicated on the side - Made in USA.. A Russian excise stamp with the inscription is visible on the upper part Import / Tobacco products, indicating that this specimen was intended for export to the Russian market after the collapse of the Soviet Union.
The packaging design retains the "clean menthol" image of that era, characteristic of the American brand identity - light, refreshing, modern, designed for consumers looking for a subtle menthol flavor.
Value assessment
Collectible value: Average - higher. This model is valued for the rare combination of American production and Russian import excise stamp, which gives the item additional historical value. Such Salem Slim Lights soft packs are becoming increasingly rare in excellent condition, and are therefore considered quite sought after by collectors.
Condition assessment: Excellent - unopened, original cellophane, with remaining excise label, minor storage stains.
Historical data and popularity: „Salem is one of the oldest menthol cigarette brands (founded in 1956), with a mild menthol image that has endured for decades. The Slim Lights version emerged in the 1980s and was aimed at a more feminine, "lighter" segment.
