Mexican Hat / Serape Scarf / Maracas / Ethnic Dress Up Costume Sombrero +

Mexican Hat / Serape Scarf / Maracas / Ethnic Dress Up Costume Sombrero + Accessories NEW This Ethnic Dress Up Costume comes complete with a Mexican hat/sombrero, 2 handpainted red and purple maracas* have the word "Mexico" on them, and a serape which is traditionally worn around the neck/shoulders like a scarf, acrylic/cotton blend, made in Peru. Bright colors as shown, the outfit was never worn. Purchased for a Mexican themed party that never happened. Stored in a cool dry place. Comes from a smoke-free/pet-free home. Hat measures approx: 6-3/4" high x 19" wide, chin straps ea. side = 15-1/2" long Serape measures: 76" long (less the 5" long fringe ea. end) x 10-3/4" wide 2 Maracas measure approx: 6-3/4" long x 3-1/4" at widest point *Maracas History: Maracas may have originated among several ancient civilizations at almost the same time. They can be found in the artwork of pre-Columbian Indians, especially the tribes in Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, and Paraguay. Maracas is a native instrument of the Americas. They are simple percussion instruments, usually played in pairs, consisting of a dried calabash or gourd shell or coconut shell filled with seeds or dried beans. They may also be made of leather or wood. Although a simple instrument, the method of playing the maracas is not obvious. The seeds must travel some distance before they hit the leather or wood, so the player must anticipate the rhythm.