Hei Matau Kawakawa Pounamu
$385.00A 60mm Hei Matau carved from Kawakawa Pounamu, with the pale rind of the stone visible along the edge. Symbolises strength, safe passage, and life’s journey. A taonga for those guided by purpose.


A 60mm Hei Matau carved from Kawakawa Pounamu, with the pale rind of the stone visible along the edge. Symbolises strength, safe passage, and life’s journey. A taonga for those guided by purpose.


The hei matau, or fishhook, symbolises prosperity, safe journeys, and connection to the moana. Hei Matau Toroa, named for its form reminiscent of the beak of the toroa (albatross), is an 80mm Pounamu pendant with a tan lashing. Its angled point gives strength to the design, while the stone shifts from soft light greens through to deep rich tones at the base.


Hei Matau shaped like a hollow wave, carved from Kawakawa Pounamu with white rind like ocean spray. A taonga for those connected to the ocean and guided by its power.


This 65mm Hei Matau, Te Ara Kaha (Path of Strength), is carved from beautifully translucent light green Pounamu with a deep green band running through it. The clean, flowing curves give it movement while keeping a simple, balanced form. The Hei Matau symbolises strength, safe passage, and the ability to provide and protect, making this a meaningful and steady taonga to wear.


A modern, angular Hei Matau carved from deep green Kawakawa Pounamu. Strong lines, recessed bevels, and defined edges give this piece a grounded, purposeful presence. Bound with a black cord, it carries a sense of direction, strength, and deliberate movement.


A flowing Hei Matau carved by David Curtis from deep green Kawakawa Pounamu. At 80mm long, its strong curves and defined hook reflect resilience, guidance, and inner strength.


A 70mm Hei Matau carved from Kawakawa Pounamu with a bird’s head and a notched blade. A taonga that honours the provider across land and sea.


A modern, angular Hei Matau carved from Kawakawa Pounamu, defined by offset recessed bevels that shift across each face. One side rises, the other draws inward, creating a sense of movement and contrast. Bound with a black cord, this piece speaks to navigating change, adapting direction, and finding strength in difference.


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