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These once a standard tourist staple from their trip to Mexico are almost non existant any more save the signing caballero's that still frequent the hotel's. All the work on this hat is hand done! Look at the details of the sequins and threading!

Condition: very good, no strings or sequins missing.
Size: Small

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Did you know????
The Mexican sombrero is used for protection from the hot sun. It usually has a somewhat high pointed crown, an extra-wide brim (broad enough to cast a shadow over the head, neck and shoulders of the wearer, and slightly upturned at the edge), and a chin string to hold it in place. Cowboys generalized the word to mean just about any wide broad-brimmed hat.

In Mexico, peasant sombreros are usually made of straw, while wealthier Hispanics wear sombreros made of felt. They come in many designs with different colorings, woven patterns, and decorations. They are rarely seen in modern urban settings, except as part of folkloric outfits worn in certain festivities. The Mexican sombrero has become a national and cultural symbol, and is often used in traditional Mexican celebrations, especially by communities outside Mexico. (from Wikipedia)

velvet, thread, sequins