Argentinian Vintage 1990s Ushuaia “Fin del Mundo” Souvenir Mate Gourd Bombilla

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Souvenirs & Travel

Argentinian Vintage 1990s Ushuaia “Fin del Mundo” Souvenir Mate Gourd Bombilla From the end of the world — literally. A traditional Argentine yerba mate gourd with carved penguin motif and metal rim, complete with a bombilla marked “Ushuaia Fin del Mundo.” Pristine vintage condition - no signs of use, defects or damages; looks brand new. Pictures are part of the description, please check them & let me know if you require additional ones. Fascinating Fun Facts: • “Ushuaia, fin del mundo” means “Ushuaia, end of the world” — the southernmost city on Earth. • The cup is made from a dried calabash gourd, also called cuia or porongo, commonly used in South America for drinking yerba mate. Gourds made of calabash are porous, absorbing the flavors of each brew and enhancing the taste over time. Some believe that a well-used gourd makes the yerba taste smoother and richer. • The penguin is likely a nod to the native Magellanic penguins found in Tierra del Fuego. • Bombilla - the metal straw with a filter at the bottom is used to sip the mate without ingesting the leaves. It’s made of stainless steel & alpaca silver. • Yerba mate is a caffeine-rich herbal drink made from dried leaves of the Ilex paraguariensis plant. It is traditionally prepared by filling a gourd with yerba mate leaves, adding hot water, and sipping through a bombilla. Yerba mate is known for its stimulating effects due to caffeine content and other chemicals. Dimensions: - bombilla 6.25 in - gourd 2 x 3 in Weight: 8 oz Check my shop for more one-of-a-kind finds - happy to create custom bundle just for you & combine shipping!