About GrafixMat Coasters
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Front
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Back Story
About GrafixMat Coasters:
Each GrafixMat® is a work of art, masterfully laser-engraved on the cork front with a unique and amusing story colorfully illustrated on its flip-side. For a treasured gift or your own personal collection; select one or create a set of 2, 4, 6 or more from 21 themed Collections totaling more than 500 contemporary and fine art designs. Made from eco-friendly recycled cork from Portugal and Spain, yet handcrafted in the U.S.A. GrafixMats® are so artfully designed and intriguing, we've created a hanging hole in the back of each coaster.
All Natural • Durable • Easy Wash • Singles or Sets • Storage Caddies • 4 1/4" Diameter, 5/16" Thick • Green Certified
Front Design:
Trail Driving Outfit
The Back Story:
Trail Drivers and Cattle
Trail drivers were cowboys who moved cattle from a home range to a distant market. A typical trail driving outfit consisted of a trail boss, from 10 to 15 hands, each of whom had a string of from 5 to 10 horses; a horse wrangler, who drove and herded the cow horses; and a cook, who drove the chuck wagon. A “hoodlum” wagon carried the bedrolls. During the day the men drove and grazed the cattle and at night herded them by relays. Ten or 12 miles was considered a good day’s drive. The wage was around $40.00 a month.
Text: Cattle Drives - www.forttumbleweed.net