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How is that sun hat called? (very common in ancient Greece and the symbol of Hermes)

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petasos
The petasos was usually made of wool felt, leather or straw, with a broad, floppy brim. It was worn primarily by farmers and travellers, and was considered characteristic of rural people. As a winged hat, it became the symbol of Hermes, the Greek mythological messenger god.
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flagNigeria
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70%
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flagRepublic of Ireland
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flagAustria
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flagAustralia
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flagIndia
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flagPoland
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flagthe United States
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flagGermany
23%
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32%
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