Kahurangi Toki Pair
Gorgeous color in this set of Kahurangi – Apple green toki. They are about 5-6 cm long. Made for two brothers that share a deep connection, and now share connected pounamu as well.
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Whānau Tūhono
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Inanga Toki
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Wairua Tahi – One Spirit
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Wedding Set – Toki
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