Description:
A classic example of British elegance, the gold-colored State Express 555 International package features a subtle vertical line pattern and a dark blue accent at the top.
On the front – an oval emblem with a dark blue background and a white number 555, symbolizing one of the oldest British cigarette brands, established back in 1896.
The inscription at the top „"By Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen - Suppliers of Cigarettes by Ardath Tobacco Co Ltd, Piccadilly, London"“, testifying to the royal status of the supplier.
Minimalist design with text on the back “State Express of London” and a royal coat of arms, consolidating the prestige of the tobacco manufacturer.
The package exudes classic British sophistication, and the shiny gold finish gives it a sense of luxury and collectible value.
Value assessment:
– Collectible value: Average/Higher. State Express 555 is one of the legendary British cigarette brands, and the International series releases are quite rare, especially in the original film.
– Condition assessment: Excellent – the package is unopened, the film is intact, the surface remains smooth and shiny.
– Historical data and popularity: „The 555 brand was one of the most popular British export cigarettes, highly regarded in Asian and Middle Eastern markets. This International version was intended for the travel (Duty Free) segment, so fewer copies survived.
