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The coconut made its debut in 1910 in a dulled-down form, natural and hairy with no gold or glitter.LIVE COVERAGE FROM NEW ORLEANS MARDI GRAS."The coconut came because they couldn't afford to buy Also among the most coveted of Mardi Gras parade “throws” are Zulu coconuts, the round, painted, glittery orbs thrown out by members of the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club. Teasing the crowd with coconuts during the Zulu parade on Mardi Gras day in New Orleans on Tuesday, March 5, 2019. Advocate Staff photo by CHRIS GRANGER. Going nuts for coconuts. Of all the throws to rain down on Mardi Gras, the Zulu coconut is of highest demand. The coconut made its debut in 1910 in a dulled-down form, natural and hairy with no gold or glitter. NEW ORLEANS —For many, the holy grail souvenir collector’s item for Mardi Gras is the Zulu coconut.The historic name the Zulu coconut is the golden nugget. They have been part of the parade Today Zulu is famous for their coconut throw – quite possibly the most coveted throw in all of Mardi Gras. Zulu’s honor guard is called the Soulful Warriors; and they have characters including Big Shot, Witch Doctor, Ambassador, Mayor, Province Prince, Governor and Mr. Big Stuff. The Zulu coconut or ‘golden nugget’ may be the most coveted of all Mardi Gras throws. Typically, the meat is removed from the coconuts and they are hand-painted by float riders before being tossed into the crowds below. Coconuts have been slightly controversial through the years. One of the most prized throws of Mardi Gras is the Zulu coconut, a hand-decorated coconut given out by the Krewe of Zulu. Receiving a coconut is considered a sign of good fortune and prosperity, but tradition dictates that you must never reach for or grab the coconut—it must be handed to you directly by a Zulu rider. Owens is shown decorating a slew of coconuts for a friend who rides in Zulu, in preparation for Mardi Gras in 2018. Image courtesy of Kurt Owens In recent years, concern over plastic waste has generated discussion about the future of Carnival throws. A coconut is offered to the crowd as the 1,500 members of the Zulu, led by their King Brian M. Sims and Queen Dr. Chanda Macias, roll up St. Charles Avenue with their parade entitled “Zulu’s Book of Love and Cinema” on Mardi Gras Day, 2020. (Photo by Michael DeMocker) “Zulu invented the signature Mardi Gras throw,” Hamilton said. © 2025 Plush Appeal, L.L.C. - All Rights Reserved - Website by Westguard Solutions. 2812 Toulouse St., New Orleans, LA 70119; Phone Number: (504) 482-0000; Mon - Fri Coconuts Sort by Featured Best Selling Alphabetically, A-Z Alphabetically, Z-A Price, low to high Price, high to low Date, new to old Date, old to new Grid view List view Premium Quality: These coconuts are sourced and curated to ensure top-notch quality and freshness. Each piece in the 50-piece sack maintains the natural flavor and texture that coconuts are known for.Glamorous Appearance: The gold exterior of these coconuts adds a touch of luxury and sophistication to any setting. Whether used as decorations or in culinary applications, they bring an elegant Zulu coconut. Members of the Krewe of Zulu hold painted coconuts to give to parade-goers as they march on Mardi Gras 2014 in New Orleans. Since being introduced in the 1910s, the Zulu coconut has Click on the Mardi Gras krewes below for further information about the krewe and to see their usual route for each parade. Please note: Events and activities are subject to change without notice. Stay tuned to the site for further info. Check out our mardi gras coconuts selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our kids' crafts shops. From New Jersey to New Orleans: Meet Andrea Mistretta, the Poster Child of Mardi Gras Posters. Mistretta's studio on White's Pond in New Jersey, 1,300 miles from NOLA. For the last 37 ye Coconuts decorated and handed out by the members of the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club during their parade are the prize of Mardi Gras. At five different places in town, including their store A rider hands out a coconut as the over 1,100 riders of the Krewe of Zulu make their way down St. Charles Avenue on Mardi Gras Day with their 44-float parade entitled "Celebrations and Libations **these coconuts cannot be shipped** Sort by Featured Best Selling Alphabetically, A-Z Alphabetically, Z-A Price, low to high Price, high to low Date, new to old Date, old to new Grid view List view
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