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There are several factors that determine the price of a Hangai throw or blanket, but in a nutshell, the quality of fibers, production processes, weight and design all dictate the price and price difference between collections.Quality of Cashmere and Yak Down: The primary determinant of the price of cashmere throws is the quality of the cashmere or yak fibers used. Cashmere or yak down sourced from the undercoat of cashmere goats or yak is considered the finest and most luxurious. Hangai throws c

Mongolia’s vast steppes and alpine meadows support herds that have sustained families, culture and tradition for centuries. Living and working in Mongolia for two decades, we at Hangai Mountain Textiles understand the complex interaction between responsible resource stewardship and development.As pressures build on Mongolia’s grasslands we encourage practices that help preserve ecosystems. Our passion is yak fiber which is hand-harvested each spring from animals that are relatively light on th