About GrafixMat Coasters • Front • Back Story
About GrafixMat Coasters:
Each GrafixMat® is a work of art, masterfully laser-engraved on the cork front with a unique and amusing story colorfully illustrated on its flip-side. For a treasured gift or your own personal collection; select one or create a set of 2, 4, 6 or more from 21 themed Collections totaling more than 500 contemporary and fine art designs. Made from eco-friendly recycled cork from Portugal and Spain, yet handcrafted in the U.S.A. GrafixMats® are so artfully designed and intriguing, we've created a hanging hole in the back of each coaster.
All Natural • Durable • Easy Wash • Singles or Sets • Storage Caddies • 4 1/4" Diameter, 5/16" Thick • Green Certified
Front Design:
Trout breeching
The Back Story:
Rainbow Trout - (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Rainbow Trout are native to the Pacific Ocean and North American rivers and lakes west of the Rocky Mountains. Rainbow Trout are unusual in that although they can spend their entire life in fresh water, they are capable of migrating to sea water when conditions are right, though they must return to fresh water to breed. “Rainbows,” as they are affectionately called, living in large lakes or salt water are referred to as “Steelhead” trout. They tend to be larger than those living in streams. Most Steelhead Trout return from the ocean each spring or fall to spawn in the same stream where they were hatched. Spawning Trout are characterized by having a darker coloration. The popularity of this fish for game fishing has caused them to be introduced into streams and lakes all over North America.