Pounamu Hei Matau - Traditional Fish Hook Pendant with Whakapapa Notches

Sands Carving Studio

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This Pounamu Hei Matau - Traditional Fish Hook Pendant with Whakapapa Notches features Whakapapa notches, signifying ancestry and lineage. Its satin finish reveals the intricate details and natural beauty of the jade.

Wear a piece of history and carry the blessings of the ancestors with you.

It is hung by a black adjustable, hand-plaited cord and measures 7.4 x 8 cm. 

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 good luck and safety on water, and are therefore thoughtful gifts for travellers.


Collections: Hooks and Manaia, Traditional Carving

Category: Hook, Hooks & Manaia, Matau

Type: General