the Original Panama "the Hippie Hat" Handmade Toquilla Straw Ecuador ProPuebo

Description: the Original PANAMA HATHandmade Legend since 1830the HIPPIE HATProPueblo Each hat is unique, completely handwoven from the Toquilla Palm exclusively by artisans in Ecuador - creating a constant and sustainable income opportunity for their family. Depending on the hat a weaver needs from a few hours up to several months to complete.Each hat is unique & hand made in ECUADOR with Toquilla Straw; thus will have variations making it One of a KindFinest Panama Hats styles are flexible enough to be rolled or folded to fit into a suitcase. Thus, making for a great travel hatCOLOR: NaturalSIZE: S (Fits average women of 22" or Small Men)Small 22.75"Retail $98.50 History of Panama hatsThe raw material for the elaboration of the famous Panama hat is the "Cardulovica Palmata" palm leaf, commonly known by the name of "Toquilla Straw".This plant is grown mainly in the mountainous regions of the Ecuadorian Coast and in towns of Eastern Ecuador.When the Spanish conquerors arrived to what nowadays are known as the provinces of Guayas and Manabí on the Ecuadorian coast, they observed native Indians using straw hats which covered their ears and necks. These hats looked like headdresses, similar to those used by the nuns or widows in Europe at the time. It is this similarity that gave the hats the name of "Toquillas" (headdress in Spanish) and resulted in the straw from which they were made to be called "Toquilla Straw".According to the legend, this native hat obtained its name when Teddy Roosevelt participated in the inauguration of the Panama Canal (1913). During the event he received an Ecuadorian straw hat as a gift, and without knowing the true origin, he thanked his guests for the gift mentioning it as a "Panama Hat".In the period from 1800 to 1900 the straw hat developed into a world know hat. It was a feature of historical episodes like the California Gold Fever and events such as the Paris Exhibition in 1900.We know today that the "Panama Hat" is made in Ecuador with the secrets for the hat passing from generation to generation.30 Day Returns; Buyer pays shipping...item must be returned in same condition as when purchased...including original packaging if New...AND as pictured for full refund...NO International Returns We strive for 100% positive feedback. We do the best we can to describe accurately, but if we do make a mistake or you have an issue with your purchase please let us know and we'll do our best to resolve it

Price: 38.99 USD

Location: Alpharetta, Georgia

End Time: 2024-03-06T19:20:45.000Z

Shipping Cost: 5.99 USD