Lot 33 - Montecristo No. 1

Auction Ended: Friday 28 June, 2024

Winning Bid: £860.00

Estimate: £400 - £500
Sealed. Montecristo stands as a pillar of the Cuban cigar industry. It was founded in 1935 by Alonso Menendez in Havana. The name comes from the famous novel The Count of Montecristo which was a firm favourite when read to the Torcedores (cigar makers) at the factory where it was founded.

Length: 6 1/2"
Ring Gauge: 42
Presentation: Dress box of 25 cigars
Vintage: LROO 1999