Excalibur Cigar Box Appraisal

Excalibur 1066 Wood Cigar Box

This is a rectangular wooden cigar box designed for the 'Excalibur 1066' line. The box is constructed from solid wood, featuring a natural grain with a medium brown finish. It is approximately 6-8 inches in length, utilizing two scalloped-edge gold-toned metal hinges on the rear and a small functional metal latch on the front. The top of the lid is branded with a dark heat-stamped logo that reads 'EXCALIBUR' above '1066', flanked by horizontal lines. Additional markings on the lid include '2 MERLIN' on the left and 'DAR K KNIGHT' (likely Dark Knight) on the right, indicating this was a sampler or multi-vitola container. According to manufacturing data, this item was handmade in Honduras by Honduras American Tabaco S.A. (HATSA). The construction demonstrates classic joinery typical of mid-to-high-end tobacco packaging from the late 20th to early 21st century. The condition appears fair to good, with some visible surface abrasions, minor edge wear, and a small white scuff or residue mark near the '1066' branding. The wood exhibits a dry patina consistent with age and storage outside of a humidor.