Pounamu is the traditional name for greenstone in New Zealand. It is an important part of Māori tradition and hugely significant within the overall cultural identity of Aotearoa.All of our pounamu is sourced from carvers that use genuine NZ West coast pounamu.
Design Meaning's
Koru Single & Double
The spiral is a Koru, represents the fern frond as it opens bringing new life and purity to the world. It also represents peace, tranquility and spirituality along with a strong sense of re growth or new beginnings. The Koru is also often associated with nurturing so when interlocked with others is frequently used to represent the strength and purity of a loving relationship within a family.
Toki or Adze
This design represents the Toki or Adze which was used to carve the great canoes and also to cut and work timber for the fortresses or Pahs in which the Maori lived. It was such an important tool in Maori life that it became regarded as a symbol of power, authority and good character. It is also the mark of the craftsman and artist.
Manaia
The Manaia is an ancient mythical being with a birds head and a human form. It is said to be the messenger between the earthly world of mortals and the domain of the spirits illustrating the strong links the Maori people have with spirituality and the spirit world.It is a holder of great spiritual energy and is a guardian against evil.
Hei-Matau Hook
These very stylised fish hooks represent strength, prosperity,abundance, fertility and a great respect for the sea.It also is said to provide good luck and safety when traveling over water so is often worn by travelers. Hei-Matau are also symbols of power and authority which are held in great reverence by the Maori people.
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Manaia (Spiritual Guardian) Jade Flower 65mmNZ$ 239.00
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Manaia (Spiritual Guardian) Jade Flower 65mmNZ$ 239.00
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Manaia (Spiritual Guardian) Jade Flower 65mm
The Manaia is traditionally believed to be the messenger between the earthly world of mortals and the domain of the spirits, and its symbol is used as a guardian against evil.NZ$ 239.00 -
Manaia (Spiritual Guardian) Jade Flower 65mm
The Manaia is traditionally believed to be the messenger between the earthly world of mortals and the domain of the spirits, and its symbol is used as a guardian against evil.NZ$ 239.00 -
Manaia (Spiritual Guardian) Kawakawa 65mm
The Manaia is traditionally believed to be the messenger between the earthly world of mortals and the domain of the spirits, and its symbol is used as a guardian against evil.NZ$ 239.00 -
Manaia (Spiritual Guardian) Marsden 65mm
The Manaia is traditionally believed to be the messenger between the earthly world of mortals and the domain of the spirits, and its symbol is used as a guardian against evil.NZ$ 239.00 -
Hei Mata (Fish hook) Kokopu 45mm
The hei matau, or hook, is said to grant strength, good luck and safe travel to its wearer, and signifies connection to the ocean (or water).NZ$ 129.00 -
Hei Mata (Fish hook) South Westland 65mm
The hei matau, or hook, is said to grant strength, good luck and safe travel to its wearer, and signifies connection to the ocean (or water).NZ$ 229.00 -
Hei Mata (Fish hook) South Westland 65mm
The hei matau, or hook, is said to grant strength, good luck and safe travel to its wearer, and signifies connection to the ocean (or water).NZ$ 229.00