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Collection of Vintage Advertising: Winston Cigarettes, 1988–1989

History of cigarettes: the time of monopolies

Today we will explore the history of the US cigarette industry. Today I will focus on important events of the early 20th century, which marked the beginning of the modern market formation. So, in 1890, the “big five” tobacco manufacturers were formed, headed by James Buchanan, the brilliant leader of the W. Duke & Sons […]

The history of the cigarette filter. Part 1: getting started.

You may be surprised, but the usual cigarette filters were not invented to reduce tar and nicotine in smoke. And in general, by that time, the manufacturer cared more about the end consumer, because the “tobacco wars” were in full swing and it was the smokers who ultimately decided who would emerge victorious from this […]

Little known facts from the history of cigarettes

Few people know that Marlboro cigarettes, first released in 1924 by the American company Philip Morris, are not actually named after the old British noble family of Marlboro. How did it happen? Read below! I In general, it is not clear why some experts are leaning towards the “British” version. By 1924, only American managers […]

Let’s start with Camel.

You may be surprised, but this brand of cigarettes is still represented in many varieties in the world! Camel Wides, Camel 99, Turkish, Crush, Platinum, №9 are still produced, and even without a filter version, they are still produced. Remember the 2010 limited edition Camel tin packs? We have got to give credit to them — limited […]

Sobranie cigarettes. History and Review.

The history of the Sobranie brand goes back to the distant past but they managed to carry their traditions through the centuries. The production of Sobranie cigarettes was laid in London in the late 19th century in the traditions of the English aristocracy. Why this particular company is given special attention? The uniqueness lies in […]

Red and White cigarettes. History and Review.

Red and White are of high quality at a democratic price. Red and White cigarettes caught the fancy of the middle and working class, especially in Central Europe. Being a part of Philip Morris International, Red and White cigarettes relate to the economic segment. All Philip Morris products are sold in more than 180 markets, […]

Karelia cigarettes. History and Review.

Karelia is a world-famous brand of thin modern cigarettes of premium quality, which belongs to the George Karelias and Sons family. The trademark appeared in 1995 however its parent company has been carrying on its history since 1888. At the origins of the company stood the Greek tobacco grower – George Karelias. Variety and noble […]

Classic cigarettes history.

Imperial Tobacco Company decided to strengthen its presence in the economical segment of filter cigarettes and launched the Imperial Classic cigarettes on the market. Strict name corresponds to the same design. White pack comes with a minimum of graphic elements and not loaded with options – done, as they say, without the frills. At the […]

Winston cigarettes. History and Review.

The brand received its name in honor of the city of Winston-Salem in the US, North Carolina. This city is the center of tobacco production and it was there that the first Winston factory was opened. The founder of the brand is considered to be the corporation R.J. Reynolds, which has launched Winston cigarettes in […]