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2. Mardi Gras throws - Wikipedia

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   Mardi Gras throws are strings of beads, doubloons, cups, or other trinkets passed out or thrown from the floats for Mardi Gras celebrations, particularly in New Orleans, the Mobile, Alabama, and parades throughout the Gulf Coast of the United States, to spectators lining the streets. The "gaudy plastic jewelry, toys, and other mementos [are ...

3. Mystic Krewe of Nyx - Wikipedia

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   The Mystic Krewe of Nyx is an all-female Krewe organization, based in New Orleans. Organized and founded by Julie Lea in 2011, the Nyx's first pageant, "NOLA Reality Reigns," was featured on the St. Charles Avenue Parade Route on February 15, 2012. The Mystic Krewe of Nyx is named after the Greek goddess of the night, Nyx (/ ˈnɪks /).

4. Mardi Gras Doubloons - Wikipedia

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   Mardi Gras Doubloons are Mardi Gras throws shaped like coins that commemorate various Mardi Gras Krewes. They are typically made of aluminum and are thrown from floats in carnival parades. The first doubloons used as throws from parades of Mardi Gras Krewes date to 1960, and these early doubloons are collectible. [1]

5. The History of Mardis Gras in 10 Facts - AOL

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   Mardi Gras—the French term for 'Fat Tuesday'—lasts from January 6 until February 13. Carnival kicks off after Christmas on January 6 (otherwise known as Twelfth Night) and continues until Fat ...

6. 50 Mardi Gras Quotes and Captions for Your Carnival Season ...

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   Mardi Gras Quotes. Hearst Owned. "There was a change in the air. It was Mardi Gras in New Orleans, after all." — Penelope Douglas. "There's no place like New Orleans." — Harry Connick Jr. "I ...

7. Fun, Fascinating Mardi Gras Facts That You Didn't Know - AOL

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   The family-owned business, which designs and builds floats for Mardi Gras and other festivals far beyond New Orleans, celebrates its historic ties to the city with Mardi Gras World. After repeated ...