La Corona Coronitas
The La Corona Coronitas represents a chapter in Cuban cigar history that spanned a decade of production. Released to the market in 1989, this machine-made cigar offered enthusiasts an accessible entry point into the La Corona brand portfolio before being discontinued in 1999.
Vitela Specifications
Known by its factory name "Chicos," the Coronitas featured a slender profile characteristic of traditional Cuban machine-made cigars. The dimensions and construction details are as follows:
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Ring Gauge | 29 |
| Length | 106 mm (4⅛″) |
| Official Weight | 3.00 g |
| Construction | Machine-made |
Presentation and Packaging
The Coronitas was presented in dress boxes containing 25 cigars, each individually wrapped in cellophane for protection. The cigars featured the standard La Corona band A, maintaining brand consistency across the line.
Production Timeline
- Release Date: January 1, 1989
- Discontinued: 1999
- Production Type: Regular Production (now discontinued)
During its ten-year run, the Coronitas served as part of the broader La Corona family of cigars. While no longer in production, it remains a point of interest for collectors and those studying the evolution of Cuban cigar offerings from the late twentieth century.