Cigar box

Traditionally cigar boxes have been made of wood, cardboard or paper.

Spanish cedar has been described as the "best" kind of wood for cigar boxes because of its beautiful grain, fine texture, and pleasant odor and ability to keep out insects.

Eucalyptus and yellow poplar have been popular substitutes that were sometimes stained and scented to resemble it.

Other typical woods for cigar boxes include mahogany, elm, and white oak; less-popular are basswood, Circassian walnut, and rosewood.

[5][6] There is a growing movement of guitars and ukuleles[7] being made from cigar boxes and other materials not usually used for musical instruments.