Black Jack Kauri Gum Toki Pendant Necklace
PBL1481S
$292.00
Hand carved and polished kauri gum toki, this type of kauri gum is know as black jack due to its rich dark luster and is also one of the rarest varieties of kauri gum.
This piece was hand carved by Conrad Henderson.
Kauri gum is sometimes known as New Zealand amber, it is the fossilized tree sap of the Kauri tree which is the corner stone of the indigenous forests of the upper North Island.
In the ancient Māori world, the Toki are adze that were vital tools in everyday life. Toki have come to represent the strength and skill of an individual, and the acquisition of knowledge and mana (prestige).
Kauri Gum Care Instructions -
What you have here is the fossilized resin of the Kauri Tree, a rare piece of history from Kauri Trees long gone.
It’s an amber not a stone so:
- Keep it free from solvents eg. perfume
- No extreme heat eg. dash of the car in summer
- Not intended for everyday use eg. sports
- Can be rejuvenated using olive oil in case of fading
A soft cloth can be used as a buffer (Using sideways, not circular motions) to maintain the gum’s original shine.
Treat your piece as a precious gem and it will last forever.
Written by Conrad Henderson (Kauri Piece Artist) - 0275692654
