This Kōuma, named Te Whakaata o te Onepū or The Reflection of the Sand, symbolises inner strength and ancestral support. It’s a reminder to look deeper, to find beauty in what others might miss, and to carry quiet strength in everyday life.
Te Whao Roimata – The tears of the chisel. This speaks to the marks left by a life of effort, growth, and creation. Carved from deep, dark Kawakawa Pounamu, this 85mm Roimata carries a soft rind at the base and a cloud-like feature within the stone, reflecting the depth and individuality of the person who wears it.
This 95mm Hei Tiki is carved from beach serpentine Pounamu I sourced near Hokitika. It features a side-hanging design with paua inlaid eyes and a harakeke-coloured 4-braid cord through the arm. The deep moss green stone has tan highlights from the original skin of the stone on the face, belly, and hand. Hei Tiki are rich in tradition, symbolising whakapapa, fertility, and ancestral strength.
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This taonga is carved from fine-grained Pākēho limestone, sourced from the Kaikōura coast, a stone traditionally used in Aotearoa for practical tools such as fishing lures. The natural pebble shape led the carving toward the form of a tōhora (whale), with a pāua shell eye set into the stone to bring the piece to life.
The toki symbolises strength, determination, and resilience. Toki Koi, carved from Kawakawa Pounamu, carries these meanings — its name Koi referring to sharpness, insight, and clarity.
This 65mm Toki is carved from Totoweka Pounamu, a beautiful variety of Kawakawa from South Westland. In natural light, it shows deep forest green tones, but when held up to the sun, a striking reddish-brown hue glows through the stone. The Toki represents strength, determination, and the will to shape and influence the world around us.
This 65mm Pounamu Hei Matau is carved from beautifully translucent light green stone, reminiscent of Kahurangi with natural inclusions that give it depth and character. The form is narrow and refined, with a subtle hook at the top and a defined spike at the base. The Hei Matau symbolises strength, prosperity, and safe travel, especially across water. It is ready to wear and is a one-of-a-kind taonga
This Triple Twist Pikorua is carved from Hapopo Pounamu from South Westland. At 90mm long, with a pointed flick at the base, it is strikingly translucent. The inner connections of the twist remain intact, symbolising unbreakable bonds. Suspended on a black cord, it carries the timeless meaning of connection, loyalty, and eternity.
This 90mm Roimata is carved from dark grey Urirui Pākohe, known for its depth of colour and subtle grain. Long and slender, it’s finished with a black spiral lashing that complements the stone’s natural strength. A striking taonga that feels both grounded and refined.
Whakatau is a compact Kawakawa Pounamu toki carved at 40mm long, with a distinctive cloudy pattern flowing across the front of the stone. The name Whakatau means to settle, decide, or bring resolution, and was chosen to reflect the calm, grounded presence of the stone. Finished with a clean black lashing, this is a simple, strong taonga designed to sit close to the body.
Whakatipu is a Raukaraka Pounamu Hei Tiki, carved in the traditional groove style. Its golden-orange hues give it a rich, warm presence. A taonga of deep ancestral connection and meaning.
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This unique whatuaho (greywacke) pendant, crafted from a West Coast beach pebble, showcases the natural beauty of the stone. Measuring 6cm long, it features a tan lashing with a ringbolt lashing style using half hitches across three holes at the top.
This 60mm Classic Kawakawa Pounamu Toki is carved from deep green stone with rich natural variation throughout. The traditional proportions and clean lines give it a strong, timeless presence. Finished with a black lashing and cord, it is ready to wear. The toki form symbolises strength, leadership, and determination, making it a meaningful everyday taonga.
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This 50mm Inanga Pounamu pendant features a beautifully carved koru, symbolising growth, new beginnings, and the cycles of life. The live edge on the back celebrates the stone’s natural origins, connecting its raw beauty with its crafted design. A meaningful taonga that honours both tradition and nature.
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Pekapeka Kaitiaki is 80mm across, carved from Raukaraka Pounamu with pale green and orangey-gold tones. It features bold pāua inlaid eyes on both sides and hangs from a harakeke-coloured cord. This taonga symbolises guardianship, adaptability, and protection.
