Alligator leather can also be identified by the so called “umbilical scar”(an elongated star shape among the belly scales), since alligator is the only exotic animal which has it. If a handbag is produced using this prestigious leather, this umbilical scar will often be prominently displayed at the front of the bag, just to testify to the authenticity of the leather.
Finally, every crocodile scale shows a distinctive pore in contrast with alligator: the presence of this pore is due to the fact that, when it is alive, the animal has sensitive hairs over the body through which it perceives the surrounding environment. During the tanning process these hairs are removed, leaving the space for a visible pore.
Don’t let this amazingly low price pass you by. These finished cowhide splits have a beautiful smooth surface and can be used for liners on all kinds of custom projects from belts to binders. It is durable enough to also be used to as the exterior side of coin purses and other small leather accessories. Splits average 7 to 10 sq. ft. 2 to 3 oz. (0.4 to 1.2 mm)
Incredibly soft and thin, drum dyed, aniline hairsheep leather in Aladino. Suitable for dress making, crafts, dolls-houses, miniatures and much more. Average size 5 square feet and average thickness 0.55mm. Pittards hair sheepskins are beautifully soft, breathable and strong and since they are full aniline, have a very natural appearance.