RJ459 - Armadillo Hat or Scatter Pin - Solid Pewter. Pin is approximately 1 ½ inches long. This is a scatter pin with a clutch pin type pin that is cast right in place. The Armidillo is a distant cousin of the sloth and the anteater. The Nine-Banded Armadillo originated in South America. It immigrated to Texas by way of Mexico in the 19th. century. Its name comes from a Spanish word referring to its armor like covering. In the Nine-Banded Armadillo is the only species of armadillo found in Texas. It's armor consists of a large shield over the shoulders, a second large shield over the rump, and nine bands in the middle. This comes with a pinch back, military style finding. The little 'dillo is very detailed from his snoot to his tail. Texas Armadillo, Texas Cowboy Pin, Texas Armadillo Pin.