Description:
This is a unique elongated Winston Lights package with classic red and white colors and a gold stripe at the top. The uniqueness is the inscription “EXTRA LARGE”, meaning they are longer than standard cigarettes. The warnings are in Spanish, emphasizing "bajo contenido de nicotina y alquitrán" (low nicotine and tar content), with the old price visible at the top - ₧1.40, suggesting that the package was intended for the Spanish market in the period before the introduction of the euro (until 2002).
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Medium-high. Due to its unusual "extra largos" (long format) design and old price tag, this edition is of interest to collectors, especially those looking for Latin/Hispanic editions or unusual formats.
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Condition assessment: Unopened, but clear signs of aging are visible - stains on the packaging, old price sticker, dust residue. Nevertheless, the packaging is still sealed, which positively affects the collector's value.
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Historical data and popularity: Winston was very popular in both Europe and Latin America. The "Lights" versions and longer-format cigarettes were a marketing response to consumer demand for milder products, especially in the 1980s and 1990s.
