Tangiwai Rei Niho - Bowenite Whale Tooth Pendant

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PIN0705S

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Rei puta are chiefly taonga traditionally carved from the teeth of Tohorā (whale). Rei niho carved from pounamu maintains the beauty of the traditional form, symbolising the intimate connection between Maori and Tohorā.

It is hung by an adjustable hand platted cord.

This piece measures: 45 x 36 x 6mm

Collections: Beak and Tooth, Traditional Carving, Traditional Carving

Category: Adornments All, Arahura, Binding, Inanga, Jade, Jewellery, Maori, Niho, Pendant, Pounamu, Re Niho, Rei Puta, Stone, Taonga, tooth, whale tooth

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