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¥768,700
Mere pounamu were highly-prized taonga (heirlooms) handed down from one generation to the next. To possess a mere siginified the status and mana (authority) of those who would weild it. Historically, mere were often used in ceremonies or on occasion as a gift to settle grievances.
This piece was hand-carved by Alex Sands and measures 380 x 95mm.
Collections: Bone Carvings, New Arrivals, New Arrivals, Traditional Carving, Weapons, Weapons All
Category: alex sands, Bone, mere, New Arrivals, weapon, Whale bone
Type: Mere