Chacchas goat hooves

Chacchas goat hooves

100% fair traded

3 strands

Dimensions:approx. 10-15 hooves (depending on size)

Woven wool handband

Chacchas are rhythm instruments made from a bundle of dried goat hooves tied from North and South America. They can be shaken with a stick or a wrist strap with their hands to the rhythm of the music.

Rattles with animal hooves have been used by shamans for generations. They serve as a medium to summon the spirits. These rattles are also popular as a traditional musical instrument.

The hooves of the lamas were originally used in the Andes. After the arrival of the Spaniards, more and more goat hooves were used.