Rare Vintage Cigar Band Jose L. Piedra - Special Edition "House of Hulse" - Havana, Cuba.

Good vintage condition considering its age.Product Description

General Overview:An excellent and rare piece for cigar band collectors (vitolphilists). This collectible cigar band was manufactured by the iconic Cuban brand José L. Piedra (Habana – Cuba) specially for House of Hulse. It features a highly refined design with detailed embossed lithography and gold foil accents, characteristic of the golden era of Cuban cigar bands.

Details & Visual History:

1. The Manufacturer (José L. Piedra):Founded in the late 19th century by the Piedra family in the Remedios region of Cuba, this brand is renowned for its rich tobacco-making tradition and for crafting classic Cuban cigars with deep roots and distinctive flavor.

2. Central Shield & House of Hulse:At the center of the band is a lithographed oval showcasing a noble/heraldic coat of arms flanked by the caption "BY HOUSE OF HULSE".

   • The Coat of Arms: Features a quarterly shield divided into four sections combining traditional heraldic motifs:

     • A stylized tree and clusters of grapes in the upper quarters (symbols of abundance, fertility, and heritage).

     • A chalice/goblet and a fleur-de-lis in the lower quarters (associated with nobility, distinction, and lineage).

   • House of Hulse: The Hulse family (whose baronetcy of Lincoln’s Inn Fields was created in Great Britain in the 18th century) holds a long registered heraldic tradition. This band represents a custom special order (Private Label / House Band) commissioned from José L. Piedra for private selections, clubs, or distributors associated with the House of Hulse name.

3. Graphic Elements:

   • Red side panels adorned with fine arabesque patterns and raised gold filigree.

   • Oval side cartouches featuring the inscriptions "HABANA" and "JOSE L. Report:

     • Condition: Good vintage condition considering its age.

     • Wear Details: Shows natural signs of age and handling, including light patina, gentle period discoloration/spotting, and minor wear along the edges and the white extension strip, all confirming its authenticity.

     • Please review the attached high-resolution photos carefully to assess the exact condition and details of the piece.

     Ideal for collectors of vitolphily, heraldry, historic Cuban Habano brands, and vintage tobacco memorabilia Perfect for decoration.

     
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