Not only do you need to take it off, you need to take it off right away so you can pass out "genuine Habanos" to your freeloading friends who wouldn't know a good cigar from oregano leaves wrapped in brown paper.

They were originally intended as decorations that you could use to adorn a picture frame, humidor, coffee table or bar, or just to save them in a jar. Over the years there have been many stories, but this is the real reason.

Did I win?




P.S. I'm only kidding around. I have heard several stories, but have no idea which one is right. I in no way intend to minimize your contest. Thanks for doing it..