MARDI GRAS ZULU COCONUT NEW ORLEANS HAND PAINTED UNIQUE THROW

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MARDI GRAS ZULU COCONUT NEW ORLEANS HAND PAINTED UNIQUE OFFICIAL MARDI GRAS CATCH Among the most coveted of Mardi Gras parade "throws" are Zulu coconuts, the round, painted, glittery orbs thrown out by members of the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club. One of the oldest traditionally African-American krewes, Zulu held its first parade in 1909. These days the riders all buy sacks of coconuts from a vendor which shaves, cores and empties them, then a coat of paint is added. Each rider typically gets between 100 and 200 coconuts to decorate and throw. No two coconuts are truley alike, The colors are vibrant and Unique, this coconut would make a fine addition to any collection.