Large Pounamu Kapeu Pendant

Sands Carving Studio

PPO2133S

Kapeu pendant made from greenstone and bound by a black adjustable wax cord.

Kapeu are traditional earrings worn by both genders and indicate that an individual holds mana (prestige). Kapeu can be further decorated with feathers to enhance their appearance. These taonga were a sign of status, leadership and authority.


Collections: Nikki Shaw, Traditional Carving

Category: Kapeu, nikki, traditional

Type: Kapeu