Porohita Koru
A cool version of the enclosed koru in a porohita/circle. I really like the lashing on this one.
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Porohita o te Moana
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I’ve recently carved this Kokopu Pounamu Porohita, a 60mm circular pendant with an incredible speckled pattern that gives this stone its name. Kokopu Pounamu is named after the native freshwater fish of Aotearoa, known for their distinctive spots. This type of Pounamu often carries earthy green and brown tones with unique markings, making every piece…