Cuban Factory Codes (2003 – Current) PDF

[GP012]

Shouldn't the 2003 Upmann factory be ECA, not LCA?

[Fugu]

On 6/17/2025 at 3:02 AM, GP012 said:

Shouldn't the 2003 Upmann factory be ECA, not LCA?

Correct. This was the code from 1999 through 2003. H. Upmann (José Martí) still carried the original code from 1999 when, according to the systematics at that time, all codes for Havana factories startet with letter E.

[my happy place]

I really appreciate this post. It's been a great resource.

[MagicalBikeRide]

On 6/12/2025 at 1:26 PM, Webbo said:

I’d guess GES rather than OES - recent GES stamp I have below

[Cestis4]

I’ve noticed the GES code is usually blue. Is this a specific to El Laguito? Not the code, but the color.  

[gormag38]

On 7/7/2025 at 3:42 PM, Cestis4 said:

I’ve noticed the GES code is usually blue. Is this a specific to El Laguito? Not the code, but the color.  

I've seen it both ways. With UAO, MAR and GES. Certainly have seen it with some others as well (RAT and EOL come to mind). I'd be shocked if there's any rhyme or reason behind the choice in color.

[MagicalBikeRide]

Yeah, same here. Mix of blue and black and across a range of years, factories, etc. - albeit black more common. 

I’d be shocked if the protocol includes using whichever color ink pad is available.

[abcd1234]

I recently got two boxes of Juan Lopez.

Left - Juan Lopez Valkyria Exclusivo Regional Nordicos 2023 - Segui

Right - Juan Lopez No2 - S.A. Vegas

Is it commonplace for the smaller brands to split their production in multiple factories?

[Preacher man]

Super helpful!!  Thanks!!