Roimata - Tear Drop

  • Manawanui Roimata

    Manawanui Roimata

    $240.00

    This 50mm Roimata is carved from serpentine sourced from the Tasman area, a stone full of contrast and depth. The dark, deep greens are broken by pale green mottling and small traces of oxidised orange rind, giving the piece strong character and presence. Shaped with a firm, almost toki-like edge at the base, this Roimata carries a sense of strength and steadiness. Finished with a black Roimata lashing, it is a grounded and resilient taonga.

  • Manu Huia - Pounamu Feather

    Manu Huia – Pounamu Feather

    $850.00

    Manu Huia is a carved huia feather made from dark green serpentine from the Nelson–Tasman area. It has an opaque white rind naturally forming the pale feather tip, creating a striking contrast. The stone appears almost black until held to the light, where its translucency reveals the depth and patterning within. This taonga symbolises dignity, respect, and the carrying of legacy, echoing the mana of the original huia feather. It is 95mm long and finished with a black lashing.

  • Marama – Crescent Moon Pounamu Taonga

    Marama – Crescent Moon Pounamu Taonga

    $190.00

    This crescent moon Pounamu taonga represents Marama, symbolising cycles, renewal, and guidance through change. Carved from mid forest green Pounamu with darker patterning, it is 45mm long and quietly grounded in form and meaning.

  • Māramatanga – Translucent Kahurangi Pounamu Roimata

    Māramatanga – Translucent Kahurangi Pounamu Roimata

    $150.00

    Māramatanga is a roimata made from highly translucent Kahurangi Pounamu. The name Māramatanga means clarity, understanding, and illumination, chosen to reflect how easily light passes through the stone, revealing its inner depth. This piece was shaped through tumbling in my workshop, giving the surface a natural texture and strong character, and is finished with a simple black lashing.

  • Marsden Flower Jade Roimata

    Marsden Flower Jade Roimata

    $170.00

    This 50mm Roimata is carved from Marsden Flower Jade with rich green colour and golden flowering throughout. The base is fully rounded, giving the piece a smooth, flowing form. With a curved front and flat back, it’s suspended by a simple hole on a black cord — a timeless and meaningful taonga.

  • Marutea Pakohe Roimata – Strength Through Grace

    Marutea Pakohe Roimata – Strength Through Grace

    $230.00

    This 90mm taonga is carved from Marutea Pakohe, a dense and fine-grained form of argillite. Tapered at both ends with flowing curves, it’s lashed with a black spiral binding. The Roimata form symbolises healing, connection, and the release of emotion. This piece carries the grounded strength of Pakohe, treasured by Māori for generations as a tool and taonga stone.

  • Pakohe Roimata – Takaka Stone of Strength and Healing

    Pakohe Roimata – Takaka Stone of Strength and Healing

    $160.00

    This 70mm Roimata is carved from striped grey Pakohe sourced from the Takaka area. Tapered at both ends, it reflects the natural flow of emotion and healing. Pakohe is a stone of strength, endurance, and connection to tūpuna, and this piece honours that legacy. It’s finished with a black spiral lashing and ready to wear.

  • Pākohe Roimata of Healing and Strength

    Pākohe Roimata of Healing and Strength

    $190.00

    This 75mm pākohe niho pendant symbolises strength, protection, and connection. The creamy stone glows softly in the light and is finished with a three-hole lashing. Niho shapes represent identity and courage, making this a taonga of quiet power and deep meaning.

  • Pounamu Roimata Pendant

    Pounamu Roimata Pendant

    $210.00

    A small and elegant Pounamu Roimata pendant, 50mm long, with soft rounded curves and a clean flat face on both sides. When held up to the light the stone reveals beautiful internal patterns and translucency, giving the taonga a living depth. It is finished with a traditional black roimata lashing, making it ready to wear.

  • Pounamu Roimata Pendant

    Pounamu Roimata Pendant

    $210.00

    This Pounamu roimata is carved from Serpentine Pounamu and measures 70mm long. The stone has a mix of earthy browns and pale greens, with a striking dark brown line formed from the oxidised outer edge of the stone. The rounded base gives the piece a soft, grounded feel, finished with a black spiral lashing for comfortable everyday wear.

  • 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.

  • 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 – Reflection and Release

    Roimata Inanga Pounamu – Reflection and Release

    $270.00

    A 65mm Roimata carved from Inanga Pounamu, featuring pale green tones with dark brown to black streaking. The Roimata symbolises reflection, healing, and emotional release. Wide at the base with soft, flowing curves, this is a one-of-a-kind taonga.

  • 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.