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  • Pūtake – Kawakawa Roimata Freeform Pendant

    Pūtake – Kawakawa Roimata Freeform Pendant

    $530.00

    Pūtake – 140mm Kawakawa Roimata pendant. A freeform taonga symbolising emotional grounding as strength. For healing, release, and moving forward.

  • Putiputi Earrings

    Putiputi Earrings

    $260.00

    These Marsden Flower Jade earrings are set in sterling silver with handmade hoops by M.V.H Jewellers. The oval cabochons are 20mm long and gently curved on the front to show off the soft depth and golden tones of the stone. I carved the Pounamu myself, selecting pieces that capture the flower-like patterns unique to Marsden. A timeless pair with a clean and elegant profile.

  • Ra Poutumaro – The Midday Sun

    Ra Poutumaro – The Midday Sun

    $3,950.00

    Rā Poutumaro – A 400mm Wahaika in deep Rimu Kawakawa Pounamu, symbolising spiritual connection at its peak. Includes South Westland red rātā stand.

  • Rau Kawea – Roimata Pendant

    Rau Kawea – Roimata Pendant

    $510.00

    This Raukāraka Inanga Pounamu Roimata pendant features golden tones and a smooth, silky finish with subtle Inanga colouring in parts. At 100mm long, it has a bold presence while remaining gentle to wear. A cutting edge at the base gives it the presence of a whao or chisel, adding a unique layer of symbolism. Named “Rau Kawea,” it symbolises the way taonga carry our connection, memories, and wairua.

  • Raukaraka Toki

    Raukaraka Toki

    $350.00

    The Hei Toki symbolises strength, determination, and the ability to move forward with purpose. It represents shaping your own path and carrying resilience through life.

    This 75mm Hei Toki is carved from Raukaraka Pounamu, featuring pale green tones with a warm orangey hue running through it. The stone shows a natural gradient from darker to lighter areas, giving it depth and movement. Finished with a tan lashing and a subtle offset curve at the base and cutting edge, it is a clean, balanced piece with a strong presence.

  • Roimata – Inanga

    Roimata – Inanga

    $260.00

    A 55mm Inanga Pounamu Roimata with a Toki cutting edge at the base. Pale and soothing in tone, with a feature hole and white 4-braid cord. One of a kind and ready to wear.

  • Roimata – Pakohe Pendant

    Roimata – Pakohe Pendant

    $220.00

    This 75mm Roimata is carved from Pakohe, with a soft rounded edge and flat faces that highlight the stone’s natural texture. It’s light and comfortable to wear all day, suspended by a black lashing. A form of release, healing, and calm.

  • Roimata – Tākiri Pounamu from Douglas Creek

    Roimata – Tākiri Pounamu from Douglas Creek

    $310.00

    This 85mm Roimata is carved from vibrant Tākiri Pounamu from Douglas Creek. With its long straight sides and sharp taper to a point beneath the lashing, the form stands strong and elegant. The spiral black lashing finishes the piece with a touch of contrast and energy. Roimata symbolises healing, the release of emotion, and strength through vulnerability.

  • Roimata Inanga Pounamu Earrings

    Roimata Inanga Pounamu Earrings

    $200.00

    These 70mm Marsden Flower Jade Pounamu earrings are carved from deep dark green stone with beautiful flower-like inclusions appearing near the base. The design tapers toward the top with four subtle flat sides and softly rounded edges, finishing in a smooth curved base. The natural Putiputi patterning gives each earring unique character and depth.

  • Roimata Karaka

    Roimata Karaka

    $180.00

    This 55mm Pounamu Roimata is carved from beautifully translucent bright green stone with a subtle karaka-toned rind at the base. The roimata form symbolises healing, emotional strength, and reflection. When held to the light the Pounamu glows with a clarity similar to Kahurangi, highlighting the natural beauty of the stone. The taonga is finished with a traditional black roimata lashing.

  • Roimata of Aroha – Translucent Apple Green Pounamu

    Roimata of Aroha – Translucent Apple Green Pounamu

    $190.00

    A 90mm Roimata-shaped Pounamu taonga carved from translucent apple green stone with golden-brown flower patterning. The organic tumbled form and traditional Roimata meaning make this a piece of healing and aroha.

  • Roimata Ora

    Roimata Ora

    $190.00

    This 55mm Pounamu Roimata carries a quiet strength and presence. The roimata form symbolises release, healing, and emotional balance, making it a meaningful taonga for reflection and renewal. The vibrant green Pounamu shows strong translucency when held to the light, revealing darker mineral inclusions within the stone. It is finished with a black roimata lashing that complements the depth of colour in the Pounamu.

  • Roimata Pounamu Earrings

    Roimata Pounamu Earrings

    $175.00

    These Roimata Pounamu earrings are carved in a classic teardrop form with gentle curves and a soft taper toward the top. At 40mm long, they are elegant and lightweight, with beautiful translucency that catches and reflects the light. The subtle curve in the shape enhances the natural flow of the stone and adds to their graceful presence when worn.

  • Roimata Pounamu Pendant and Earrings

    Roimata Pounamu Pendant and Earrings

    $380.00

    This elegant set includes a 60mm Roimata Pounamu pendant and matching 55mm Roimata earrings, all carved from the same piece of dark green Pounamu. The long, slender forms feature gentle rounded curves at the base and reveal beautiful translucency when held to the light. As a set carved from one stone, the pieces symbolise connection, shared journeys, and enduring relationships.

  • Ruru Pounamu Owl Pendant

    Ruru Pounamu Owl Pendant

    $420.00

    This Tangiwai Pounamu Roimata is 10cm long, carved from deep dark green stone with a fine clear grain. The Roimata, or teardrop, symbolises healing, comfort, and connection, making it a meaningful taonga to wear close. When held to the light, the stone glows beautifully, revealing its depth. Finished with a black spiral lashing. I also have a matching piece available if you’d like a set of two.

  • Serpentine Pounamu Hand Stone

    Serpentine Pounamu Hand Stone

    $220.00

    A veined Pounamu hand stone, 12cm wide, 5cm deep, and about 3.5cm at the thickest point. The polished face shows a lively mix of dark and light greens with hints of yellow, while the back retains its natural river skin. A grounding stone to hold, keep close, or display as a connection to the whenua.