When Cigarettes Were Sold On TV! (1950s-60s)

Various vintage cigarette advertisements that promote different brands, particularly Viceroy, Camel, Chesterfield, Old Gold, Kent, and L&M. Each ad emphasizes unique selling points such as superior filtering technology, taste quality, and affordability, aiming to convince consumers to choose their product over others. The ads highlight features like “twenty thousand tiny filters” and “balanced flavor,” while also showcasing the lifestyle associated with smoking these brands.

Highlights
Viceroy’s Unique Filters: Viceroy cigarettes boast “twenty thousand tiny filters” made of pure snow-white material, designed to provide double the filtering action for a smoother smoking experience.
Camel’s Easygoing Taste: Camel cigarettes are marketed for their “easygoing taste” and “honest enjoyment,” appealing to smokers looking for a relaxed smoking experience with quality tobacco.
Old Gold’s Spin Filter: Old Gold features a unique spin filter that claims to enhance flavor by spinning the smoke, offering a taste that surpasses other filter cigarettes.
Kent’s Micro Night Filter: Kent cigarettes are promoted as having a micro night filter that refines away harsh flavors, providing a milder smoking experience for those who prefer a softer taste.
Winston’s Flavor Preservation: Winston cigarettes highlight their effective filter that retains rich flavor, promoting the tagline “Winston tastes good like a cigarette should.”

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