Expert: M J Robbins - 12/18/2009

Question
QUESTION: I have a Cigar round pop top can from the Bill Clinton era that has the presidential seal containg  10 double coronas(not the usual 4). Can you please tell me what it is worth as well as any information. Thanks!

Carey Levy

ANSWER: The value is not determined at this early date. The cigars are of questionable quality but will be valuable as an antique. 100 years from now on Antique Roadshow they will say "ohhh Bill Clinton cigars in an unopened can, worth maybe $500?"
An auction could bring some money today put it on Ebay for $200? perhaps to start and see what happens.
They originally sold for probably around $100 you could start there if you like...

Mike

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QUESTION: Mike,

 I have seen the 4 pack tins sell for alot more on line??? I have read that these are rare and to hold onto them.
???? Thanks!

Carey

Answer
Please excuse this original answer if you thought it flippant. These cigars were meant to be a joke cigar and have no value as good smokes, so my answer was meant to reflect the light hearted nudge they were meant to be.
History shows that during a cigar boom like the one in 1995 the price of collectibles like this increased dramatically so it would be wise to hope for another one (I do).
If Hillary becomes president - she might run again in 2012 or 2016 and your prize might truly rise dramatically in price - I am not joking. Wait and make a move if she runs, even if she doesn't win you could get a lot for the cigars.
Otherwise... 100 years will be the next shot at hitting the money on this product to the best of my knowledge.

ORIGINAL ANSWER
Yes put them away for the grandchildren to sell.
Or if there is a cigar boom again they will rise dramatically.
Or if Hillary becomes president.

Mike