Ancient Toki Replica

These two Toki were carved specifically to be presented to prize winners at a Early Childhood Council conference. Each Toki embodies the spirit of strength, wisdom, and leadership. The categories or the winners are Outstanding Achievement and Contribution to the ECC sector. In Māori culture, the Toki symbolises power, authority, and honour. Traditionally, it was…
This 60mm toki was carved from a unique piece of Pounamu, blending light and dark greens that shimmer through the surface. It was made for someone whose life bridges two worlds – Samoa and Aotearoa – and the design we created reflects that deep connection. Carved into the toki are several important Samoan symbols. Shark…
Having two pendants carved from the same piece of pounamu is special. It connects the wearers in a tangible way that fits perfectly with the commitments made at a wedding. This set is made from high quality deep green kawa kawa pounamu from the Arahura River. It is joy to carve and work with. The…
Pounamu from the same source is an awesome way to show a strong bond and connection between people. I was very proud to be asked to make this set for a father and son. The son is still under 5 so a small toki was needed for him, and his father is over 7 foot…
This toki has beautiful translucency. The way the light shines through this when held up to the sun or a light source reveals the inner aspects of the stone. I love to be able to see into Pounamu. Every surface of this toki is curved. Curves are what makes a pendant feel good in the…
This taonga set, named Tūhono, symbolises deep connection. The name means to join or link together, reflecting the unbreakable bond between these two pieces, carved from the same slice of dark grey Uri Uri Pakohe. By sharing the same origins, these taonga will always be connected, whether worn by two people or held as a…