La Flor de Cano Cristales
The La Flor de Cano Cristales stands as one of the most distinctive offerings from this historic Cuban brand, notable for its elegant presentation in glass tubes. This cigar represents a fascinating chapter in Cuban cigar history, having been introduced prior to 1960 and remaining in production through the early decades of the revolutionary era before being discontinued during the 1970s.
Historical Significance
The Cristales holds a unique place in Cuban cigar annals as the only post-1960 cigar to be offered in a glass tube presentation. This distinctive packaging choice set it apart from contemporaries and made it instantly recognizable to aficionados of the era. The glass tube not only provided excellent protection for the cigar but also allowed smokers to admire the specimen within, showcasing the fine Cuban tobacco leaf in all its glory.
Specifications
| Cigar Name | Cristales |
| Factory Name | Unknown |
| Ring Gauge | 41 |
| Length | 150 mm (5⅞″) |
| Estimated Weight | 8.27 g |
| Construction | Handmade |
| Band Type | Special band |
| Tubing | Glass tube |
| Packaging | Dress box of 10 cigars in glass tubes |
Construction and Presentation
As a handmade cigar, the Cristales benefited from the skilled hands of Cuban torcedores who carefully rolled each specimen. The dimensions should be considered approximate, as was typical for handcrafted cigars of this era. The special band adorning each cigar added a touch of distinction, while the glass tube enclosure ensured optimal preservation and created an impressive visual presentation.
Legacy
Though production ceased during the 1970s, the Cristales remains a point of interest for cigar historians and collectors. Its innovative glass tube packaging represented forward-thinking presentation that was quite unusual for its time. Today, surviving examples are exceedingly rare and highly sought after by serious collectors of vintage Cuban cigars.
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