Authentic , handwoven ARTISAN HAT Panama hat. The current retail value of a new ARTISAN HAT Genuine Panama Classic Fedora is between $69.00 and $139.00 The label inside the inner sweatband belongs to ARTISAN HAT, an authentic brand specializing in traditional Ecuadorian Panama hats.Authentic Craftsmanship DetailsOrigin: Explicitly handwoven by master weavers in Ecuador.Material: Crafted from 100% natural toquilla straw (derived from the Carludovica palmata plant native to the Ecuadorian coast).Cultural Significance: The intricate art of weaving these Ecuadorian straw hats is recognized globally by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.