What do the bands on cigars mean?
What do the bands on cigars mean? When it comes to standard cigar shapes, or Parejos, the foot of the cigar is open, unlike the cigar's head which is capped. The wrapper on a cigar's foot can easily get damaged if the cigar shifts around in a box or on display. A band or ribbon prevents unwanted tears from occurring on the wrapper at the foot. Why is it called a cigar band ring? The name speaks for itself: This ring resembles the paper band on a cigar. Designs vary from simple metal rings to more complex styles decorated with...