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This is a Banks size edition, which further enhances its collectible uniqueness. This pack has become a cult item in the Irish market, and later worldwide, particularly due to its literary and historical significance.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"927\"><strong data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"927\">Value assessment:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"1369\">\n<li data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"1095\">\n<p data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1095\"><strong data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"951\">Collectible value:<\/strong> High. Due to their strong cultural context and history, Sweet Afton packets are sought after by collectors, especially older editions from Ireland.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1179\">\n<p data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1179\"><strong data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1120\">Condition assessment:<\/strong> Unopened, very good condition, minimal signs of age.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1369\">\n<p data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1369\"><strong data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1222\">Historical data and popularity:<\/strong> The brand was particularly popular in Ireland, and was also well-known in continental Europe. After production ceased, its packets became a collector&#039;s item.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"135\"><strong data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"114\">Brand and name:<\/strong> Sweet Afton Virginia<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"160\"><strong data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"147\">Size:<\/strong> 20 cigarettes<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"187\"><strong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"180\">Country of manufacture:<\/strong> Ireland<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"243\"><strong data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"213\">Production period:<\/strong> 1940-1960 m.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"278\"><strong data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"263\">Package type:<\/strong> Hard 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