Description:
„York“ – A cigarette brand manufactured in Egypt, owned by Eastern Company SAE., the largest tobacco producer in Egypt, which produces both local and licensed brands. This King Size Filter American Blend variant is intended for domestic and export to the Middle East and North Africa.
Classic design, with on a white background, central coat of arms logo on a blue shield, with the name "YORK" written in red and "AMERICAN BLEND" at the bottom. A green excise sticker with the inscription at the top „"YORK EP 2010"“, indicating the production period. The side inscription "20 Filter Cigarettes" confirms the full-size "King Size" format.
This is one of the economy class cigarette lines, offered as an alternative to the Cleopatra or Boston brands, but with a more "Western" image, oriented towards tourists and exports.
Value assessment:
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Collectible value: Medium-low. Modern Egyptian cigarette packaging is not uncommon, but York stands out due to its export status and classic design.
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Condition assessment: Very good - original cellophane, sealed package, undamaged.
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Historical data: Eastern Company SAE was founded in 1920 and remains the tobacco monopoly in Egypt to this day. The York brand was developed as an international-looking product featuring an American Blend tobacco blend.
