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Huia were symbols of status, mana and beauty. These rare birds, sought after by Maori, were used for chiefly adornments. Both their feathers and their beaks are highly sought after. Now extinct, their likeness and symbolic status are preserved in pounamu.
These Flower Jade Ngutu Huia Mau Taringa - Huia Beak Pounamu Earrings were carved by Alex Sands. This pair measures 7 x 0.8 cm.
Collections: Alex Sands, Alex Sands, The Archives
Category: Alex Sands, Earrings, Huia, Huia beak, Marsden flower jade
Type: Earrings