Description:
Dark red, solid package with gold trim and subtle shine. Name in the center SHIKHAR Filter Kings, presented on a black background with a gold frame that highlights the elegance of the brand. At the top is the classic coat of arms with two lions, and at the bottom is the word VIRGINIA, indicating the type of tobacco. The left side features a vertical inscription „Shikhar – Smoke in Sophisticated Style“, while the back side repeats the design with inscriptions in Hindi, which adds authenticity and local identity. The packaging is characterized by strict symmetry, clean typography and maintains a balance between tradition and modernity.
Value assessment:
– Collectible value: Medium to high. Shikhar is one of India's most recognizable national brands, so unopened packets, especially with bilingual (English and Hindi) designs, have lasting value in the context of regional tobacco collections.
– Condition assessment: Excellent, unopened, with intact cellophane and remaining excise sticker.
– Historical data and popularity: „Shikhar is one of the main products of Indian tobacco manufacturers, produced by the company Godfrey Phillips India Ltd, owned by the Philip Morris International chain. This brand occupies an important place in the local market as a premium option, often compared to Four Square or Red & White.
