6cm Roimata Kawakawa
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This large set of Kawakawa Pounamu taonga features a 95mm Toki and a 95mm Roimata, both showcasing stunning cloudy patterning within a rich, deep green stone. These taonga were carefully crafted from a large boulder, and their creation journey—from the first cut through to the final carving—has been documented in a video that I’ve included…
Whānau Taonga Set – Tākiri Pounamu
This whānau set was carved from a single piece of dark, gorgeous Tākiri Pounamu, sourced from Douglas Creek on the West Coast of the South Island.It includes six taonga: three Roimata, one Toki, and two Shepherd’s Whistles. All the pieces were commissioned by loving grandparents to be gifted to their grandchildren when they each turn…
Long Hanging Tear Drop
This is a beautiful and long piece full of emotion and mana/power. The meaning of the Tear Drop is about emotion… It is given to show respect and to a person and acknowledge the relationship between people and the importance of emotion in relationships. Here is Kitty the Mana Wahine who this piece belongs to…
Manaaki
Pounamu, the greenstone of New Zealand, isn’t simply beautiful; it carries deep significance for Māori, representing a taonga (treasure) steeped in tradition and spiritual meaning. This taonga is named “Manaaki.” It’s carved from South Westland hapopo pounamu, its 6cm form has a unique blend of curves and angles. The coolness of the stone, mirroring the…
He Aho Whānau – The Thread of Family
Some taonga carry not just the beauty of the stone but also the weight of deep familial connections. This set of three taonga, named He Aho Whānau, was created from a single block of Pounamu gifted to my customer by his father, who has since passed. The stone was already precious, filled with memories and…
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Kahurangi Kapeu
This 7cm Kapeu is carved from Kahurangi Pounamu, a stone prized for its vivid clarity and rich green tone. The high translucency of this piece reveals a depth and glow that shifts in the light, showing off the natural beauty of the stone. It hangs from a tan 4-braid cord, simple and strong, complementing the…
