Description
- Balero Barril: These toys are popular in Latin America. Archeological evidence has traced the origin of the Baleros to ancient Mayan cities. The ancient Mayans made these toys out of human skulls. However, as their civilization grew, they started to use different materials such as wood and plastic. This is a classic traditional toy used in Mexico. The objective is to throw the barrel into the air and try to insert the stick in it.
- Hand Crafted: Baleros generally have a barril-shaped body and are usually made of a hard wood, although new resins and strong plastic materials have also been used. Baleros look like small wooden gavels and can vary in size. They consist of a wooden stick and a colorful wooden barrel which has a hole in its base joined by a strong string. The balero surface may be painted or decorated.
- Playing: Playing Balero is a game of skill and ability. Those who buy one know they will suffer for a bit, but that they will also have hours of fun while trying to master it. The objective is to catch the wooden barrel with the stick while it is spinning in the air. The technique varies.
- Made in Mexico: Hand Made By Mexican Artisans
- Assorted Colors: You will be receiving 1 assorted colored Greca Balero
Hand carved wood. The object of the game is to get the wooden barrel-shaped top which has a small opening on the bottom onto the wooden stick. The balero has a total length of about 7". The barrel is 2.5" in diameter and 3" in height. Adult supervision may be required. Ships in assorted colors.