Vintage Soviet Matchbox Set “Service and Hunting Dogs” – 1980s – Rare Collectible

This is a unique vintage souvenir matchbox set from the 1980s, manufactured in the USSR by the Balabanovo Match Factory (Kaluga Region). Themed around service and hunting dog breeds, the set includes 27 illustrated mini matchboxes (originally 28, one is missing), beautifully presented in a large cardboard display box.

Each small box features a different dog breed with colorful printed illustrations. The outer box has a bold graphic design and vibrant Soviet-era artwork, making this a highly collectible item for lovers of vintage design, dogs, or Soviet memorabilia.

- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Never used – all matches intact.

One inner matchbox is missing.
- Weight: 353 g
- Box Size: 29 × 24 cm
- Original Price: 90 kopecks (marked on the back)

A rare and nostalgic piece of USSR design history – perfect for collectors or as a unique gift!

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