Onewa Mere - Basalt Club

Sands Carving Studio

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Mere pounamu were highly-prized taonga (heirlooms) handed down from one generation to the next. To posses a mere signified the status and mana (authority) of those who would wield it, Historically, mere were often used in ceremonies or on occasion as a gift to settle grievances.

This piece was carved by Hiram Higans and measures 350 x 97mm


Collections: New Arrivals, Traditional Carving

Category: Onewa, patu

Type: Patu