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Pikorua Kahurangi - Greenstone Twist Pendant
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Pikorua Kahurangi - Greenstone Twist Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 933.00

The pikorua (twist) embodies the universal principle of duality and balance. Its intertwined form symbolizes the interconnectedness of opposing forces: light and darkness, masculine and...

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Pikorua Raukaraka - Greenstone Twist Pendant
Pikorua Raukaraka - Greenstone Twist Pendant WS$ 1,032.00
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Pikorua Raukaraka - Greenstone Twist Pendant

WS$ 1,032.00

The pikorua (twist) embodies the universal principle of duality and balance. Its intertwined form symbolizes the interconnectedness of opposing forces: light and darkness, masculine and...

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Pikorua Kawakawa - Greenstone Twist Pendant
Pikorua Kawakawa - Greenstone Twist Pendant WS$ 983.00
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Pikorua Kawakawa - Greenstone Twist Pendant

WS$ 983.00

The pikorua (twist) embodies the universal principle of duality and balance. Its intertwined form symbolizes the interconnectedness of opposing forces: light and darkness, masculine and...

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Manu Inanga - Greenstone Bird Pendant
Manu Inanga - Greenstone Bird Pendant WS$ 1,179.00
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Manu Inanga - Greenstone Bird Pendant

WS$ 1,179.00

Manu (bird) pendants are contemporary representations of the native birds of Aotearoa. Manu are suitable to be gifted to skilled singers, kaikorero (orators) or kaikaranga,...

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Hei Tiki Kawakawa - Greenstone Tiki Pendant
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Hei Tiki Kawakawa - Greenstone Tiki Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 2,701.00

Hei tiki represent the form of the first human. When worn, they provide a connection to the tūpuna (ancestors) that brought us into this world...

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Wheku Kahurangi - Greenstone Carved Pendant
Wheku Kahurangi - Greenstone Carved Pendant WS$ 983.00
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Wheku Kahurangi - Greenstone Carved Pendant

WS$ 983.00

Literally meaning ‘carved face,’ wheku are traditionally carved from wood and mounted on the gable of whare tupuna. There, they represent a venerated ancestor that...

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Hei Tiki Raukaraka - Flower Jade Tiki
Hei Tiki Raukaraka - Flower Jade Tiki WS$ 9,739.00
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Hei Tiki Raukaraka - Flower Jade Tiki

WS$ 9,739.00

Hei tiki represent the form of the first human. When worn, they are a remembrance and a connection to the tupuna (ancestors) that brought us...

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Wheku Kawakawa - Pounamu Mask Pendant
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Wheku Kawakawa - Pounamu Mask Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 1,277.00

This taonga was hand-carved by Yuki Tanaka from kawakawa pounamu and measures 55 x 49mm.

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Pikorua Kawakawa -  Pounamu Twist Pendant
Pikorua Kawakawa - Pounamu Twist Pendant WS$ 1,392.00
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Pikorua Kawakawa - Pounamu Twist Pendant

WS$ 1,392.00

The twisting pikorua represents balance in all things. In its eternal connectedness and perpetual movement, we see the balance of feminine and masculine, positive and...

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Pikorua Kawakawa - Pounamu Twist Pendant
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Pikorua Kawakawa - Pounamu Twist Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 704.00

The twisting pikorua represents balance in all things. In its eternal connectedness and perpetual movement, we see the balance of feminine and masculine, positive and...

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Toki Pipiwharauroa - Pounamu Adze Pendant
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Toki Pipiwharauroa - Pounamu Adze Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 2,357.00

In the ancient Māori world, the toki or adze was a vital tool in everyday life. Toki have come to represent the strength and skill...

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Hei Tiki Kawakawa - Pounamu Tiki Pendant
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Hei Tiki Kawakawa - Pounamu Tiki Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 3,159.00

Hei tiki represent the form of the first human. When worn, they provide a connection to the tūpuna (ancestors) that brought us into this world...

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Inanga Whakaruruhau - Pounamu Shield Pendant
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Inanga Whakaruruhau - Pounamu Shield Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 802.00

Whakaruruhau are breastplates or shield adornments that represent strength and leadership. They are a taonga of personal protection that share their beauty to the Te...

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Totoweka Matau - Pounamu Hook Pendant
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Totoweka Matau - Pounamu Hook Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 1,179.00

Hei matau are fish hooks fashioned in the style of Māui. These are symbols of abundance, prosperity, and wealth. They are also considered to provide...

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Hei Tiki Kawakawa -  Pounamu Tiki Pendant
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Hei Tiki Kawakawa - Pounamu Tiki Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 5,794.00

Hei tiki represent the form of the first human. When worn, they provide a connection to the tūpuna (ancestors) that brought us into this world...

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Manaia Inanga - Greenstone Guardian Pendant
Manaia Inanga - Greenstone Guardian Pendant WS$ 3,192.00
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Manaia Inanga - Greenstone Guardian Pendant

WS$ 3,192.00

Manaia are the kaitiaki (guardian) of the earth, sky, and sea. Worn as a pendant they protect the wearer from harm and are a symbol...

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Pikorua Kawakawa with Kōkopu Inclusions - Pounamu Double Twist Pendant
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Pikorua Kawakawa with Kōkopu Inclusions - Pounamu Double Twist Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 1,179.00

The twisting pikorua represents balance in all things. In its eternal connectedness and perpetual movement, we see the balance of feminine and masculine, positive and...

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Kahurangi Pounamu Koru - Spiral Pendant
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Kahurangi Pounamu Koru - Spiral Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 688.00

Koru are the quintessential pattern of Māori design. Based on the form of the unfurling fern frond, found throughout the forests of Aotearoa, koru represent...

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Hei Toki Pipiwharauroa - Greenstone Adze Pendant
Hei Toki Pipiwharauroa - Greenstone Adze Pendant WS$ 2,071.00
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Hei Toki Pipiwharauroa - Greenstone Adze Pendant

WS$ 2,071.00

With expertise and power the carver wields the adze. Relied on for survival in ancient times, traditional tools are imbued with significance and meaning. The...

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Kawakawa Pounamu Koru - Spiral Pendant
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Kawakawa Pounamu Koru - Spiral Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 688.00

Koru are the quintessential pattern of Māori design. Taken from the fern frond, are found throughout the forests of Aotearoa, Koru represents the growth, the...

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Double Koru with Whakapapa Notches
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Double Koru with Whakapapa Notches

Sold Out WS$ 2,587.00

This piece is made from NZ Pounamu and features notches on both sides. It is hung by an adjustable hand-plaited wax tan cord. The shield taonga...

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Wheke Me Te Peara Pounamu - Octopus and New Zealand Jade Pendant
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Wheke Me Te Peara Pounamu - Octopus and New Zealand Jade Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 901.00

This “Wheke Me Te Peara Pounamu” - Octopus and New Zealand Pounamu Pendant is bound with wax cord and measures 50 x 50 mm.  This piece...

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Pounamu Pikorua - New Zealand Jade Double Twist Pendant
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Pounamu Pikorua - New Zealand Jade Double Twist Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 1,032.00

This Pounamu Pikorua - New Zealand Jade Double Twist Pendant  represents balance in all things. In its eternal connectedness and perpetual movement we see the balance...

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Kahurangi Hei Matau - Hook Pendant
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Kahurangi Hei Matau - Hook Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 729.00

Hei matau are fish hooks fashioned in the style of Māui. These are symbols of abundance, prosperity, and wealth. They are also considered to provide...

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Koru Hei Matau Kahurangi - Pounamu Hook Pendant
Koru Hei Matau Kahurangi - Pounamu Hook Pendant WS$ 647.00
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Koru Hei Matau Kahurangi - Pounamu Hook Pendant

WS$ 647.00

Hei matau are fish hooks fashioned in the style of Māui. These are symbols of abundance, prosperity, and wealth. They are also considered to provide...

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Matau Totoweka - Greenstone Hook Pendant
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Matau Totoweka - Greenstone Hook Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 2,177.00

Hei matau are fish hooks fashioned in the style of Māui. These are symbols of abundance, prosperity, and wealth. They are also considered to provide...

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Pounamu Pikorua - New Zealand Jade Double Twist Pendant
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Pounamu Pikorua - New Zealand Jade Double Twist Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 647.00

The twisting pikorua represents balance in all things. In its eternal connectedness and perpetual movement we see the balance of feminine and masculine, positive and...

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Pekapeka Pounamu - Double-Sided, Notched Pekapeka-Shield Pendant
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Pekapeka Pounamu - Double-Sided, Notched Pekapeka-Shield Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 3,110.00

Whakaruruhau are breastplates or shield adornments that represent strength and leadership. They are a taonga of personal protection that share their beauty with the Te...

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Onewa Spider Pendant
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Onewa Spider Pendant

Sold Out WS$ 1,244.00

This unique piece was carved into the image of a spider in basalt. This piece measures at 44 x 37 x 16mm This piece was...

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