Hojalata Barrette Iris a pen holder and 2

a pen holder and 2 small pockets for accessories

Crafted with the finest quality Britannia metal

◄Details This convenient size is ideal for keeping essentials together in a larger bag for the big haul

Weight: 9 grams

Dimensions: 5

Hojalata Barrette Iris a pen holder and 2[oh ha lah tah] This hand cast Britannia Metal barrette is reminiscent of traditional Mexican Tinwork or "Hojalata", which dates back to the 16th Century colonial period. Many credit the state of Guanajuato (Coco, our metal casting expert's own home state), as the birthplace of this art form. Considered Mexican colonial hacienda and folk art, the material was easy to work with and economical. Often called the poor mans silver, tin was pounded, stamped