Camel Cigarettes Appraisal

Vintage Camel Filters Cigarette Pack (Collector's Packs)

This item is a vintage, unopened or factory-sealed pack of Camel Filters cigarettes, marketed as part of a 'Collector's Packs' series. The packaging is primarily yellow with a distinct blue band at the top, likely serving as a tear strip or part of the branding for filter cigarettes. The front features the prominent 'Camel FILTERS' logo in orange, with the 'FILTERS' text smaller and directly below 'Camel'. Below the logo, there's an illustration depicting palm trees and the iconic pyramids of Giza, strongly associating the brand with its traditional Egyptian imagery. A significant portion of the pack is dedicated to text that reads 'An OUT and OUT challenge', followed by smaller text that appears to say 'Compare Camels with any cigarette at any price' and then '1938'. At the very bottom, 'COLLECTOR'S PACKS' is printed, suggesting this particular design was intended for collection or was a special edition. Physical characteristics indicate it's a standard cigarette pack size, made from paperboard with a foil or wax paper inner liner (not visible but typical for the product). The colors are vibrant despite its age, with the yellow background, orange and blue lettering, and brown/greenish tones for the illustrated desert scene. No severe damage like tears or crushing is immediately evident, but a slight discoloration or fading might be present due to age, especially around the edges and corners, contributing to its vintage aesthetic. The overall condition appears good for a collectible paper item of this likely age. The text '1938' might refer to a historical marketing campaign or a revival of an earlier design, providing a clue to its style period. This specific 'Collector's Packs' designation and the unique advertising slogan make it a distinctive piece for tobacco ephemera collectors.