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Hawaiian Lei Niho Palaoa
Hawaiian Lei Niho Palaoa CHF 1,186.00
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Hawaiian Lei Niho Palaoa

CHF 1,186.00

The Lei Niho Palaoa is a Hawaiian neck ornament traditionally worn by ali’i (chiefs) of both sexes. It was traditionally crafted from braided human hair and ivory teeth...

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Hei Matau-a-Māui - Hook of Maui Pendant
Hei Matau-a-Māui - Hook of Maui Pendant CHF 854.00
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Hei Matau-a-Māui - Hook of Maui Pendant

CHF 854.00

The treasures and vital sustenance of Tangaroa, kaitiaki (protector) of the ocean, required our tūpuna (ancestors) to be expert mariners. The lines and curves of...

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Hei Toki Onewa - Basalt Adze Pendant
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Hei Toki Onewa - Basalt Adze Pendant

Sold Out CHF 214.00

With expertise and power the carver wields the adze. Relied on for survival in ancient times, traditional tools are imbued with significance and meaning. The...

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Koru Kāpia - Kauri Gum Spiral Pendant
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Koru Kāpia - Kauri Gum Spiral Pendant

Sold Out CHF 451.00

Koru, the quintessential Māori pattern, represents growth, transformation, potential, and peace. Taken from the fern frond found throughout the forests of Aotearoa, koru represent the...

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Koru Kāpia - Kauri Gum Spiral Pendant
Koru Kāpia - Kauri Gum Spiral Pendant CHF 570.00
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Koru Kāpia - Kauri Gum Spiral Pendant

CHF 570.00

Koru, the quintessential Māori pattern, represents growth, transformation, potential, and peace. Taken from the fern frond found throughout the forests of Aotearoa, koru represent the...

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Niho Taniwha Onewa - Basalt Teeth of the Taniwha Pendant
Niho Taniwha Onewa - Basalt Teeth of the Taniwha Pendant CHF 178.00
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Niho Taniwha Onewa - Basalt Teeth of the Taniwha Pendant

CHF 178.00

Niho taniwha, literally translated as ‘teeth of the taniwha’, is an iconic design of Te Arawa and Waikato iwi. Most commonly found on tāniko woven...

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Onewa Rei Niho - Basalt Whale Tooth Pendant
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Onewa Rei Niho - Basalt Whale Tooth Pendant

Sold Out CHF 408.00

This Onewa - Basalt Rei Niho was hand carved by Hiram Higgins and is bound with an adjustable wax cord. This piece measures 105 x 37mm...

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Patu onewa - Basalt Club
Patu onewa - Basalt Club CHF 1,385.00
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Patu onewa - Basalt Club

CHF 1,385.00

Patu onewa were crafted from basalt (onewa or okewa). These were both practical weapons and highly-prized taonga (heirlooms) handed down from one generation to the...

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Rei Puta Onewa - Basalt Tooth Pendant
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Rei Puta Onewa - Basalt Tooth Pendant

Sold Out CHF 190.00

Often considered descendants of Tangaroa, whales whakapapa to Māori and are highly regarded tūpuna (ancestors) symbolising abundance and strength. Rei puta symbolise this connection, with...

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