Bit of a different take on the niho, for someone that likes to do things a bit different.
The niho is usually hung point down with the lashing on the short edge that is on the right of the image above. I really like how this one sits. Made from Kawa Kawa pounamu the niho represents leadership, resilience, strength, as well as peace and tranquility.
This beautiful set of five taonga, named Ngā Manawa Kotahi (The United Hearts), was carved from a single piece of beach serpentine Pounamu that the whānau found themselves while travelling Te Waipounamu. It was important to them that the stone come from this whenua—a place they feel rooted in, even while living far across the…
Te Ruru translates simply to “The Owl,” carrying the calm presence, watchfulness, and protection of the ruru, the native owl of Aotearoa. It is a name that reflects both guidance and kaitiaki, and it connects directly to the role the ruru holds for his whānau. Choosing this name brings the focus to the guardian who…
Niho Tūhono means “the tooth that connects”. Tūhono is about linking, joining, and creating connection, which is the heart of this taonga. This name speaks to the bond shared between the couple, and to the way this piece continues the Niho pattern from her tattoo, linking her story with her partner’s. I carved this 5cm…
This is a Pounamu Niho, carved from deep green Kawakawa Pounamu, 55mm long. The four-hole ringbolt lashing in black secures the piece, reinforcing its strength and durability. The Niho (tooth) shape carries deep meaning. It symbolises strength, leadership, and protection, much like the teeth of a great animal or guardian. Traditionally, the niho shape is…
This is a Niho (tooth) carved from beautiful Pounamu with a light green base and darker patterning running throughout. It is 55mm long and features a hidden hole for the lashing. The lashing is a natural tan colour, sitting neatly over the top of the stone. The Niho design symbolises the strength, determination, and resilience…
This Niho pendant, crafted from Kokopu Pounamu from the Arahura River, measures 45mm in length. The stone, with its distinct speckled pattern reminiscent of the native Kokopu fish, captures the spirit of Aotearoa’s natural beauty. The deep greens and unique markings of Kokopu Pounamu make each piece truly one-of-a-kind, reflecting the environment from which it…
