Wedding Toki

Pounamu, pendant, maori, carving, campbell, surface engrave, jade (19)
This was a really cool piece to make. Made as a wedding gift. The two korus represent the two getting married and the 5 lines represent the years they have spent together, so far…
Pounamu, pendant, maori, carving, campbell, surface engrave, jade (19)

Similar Posts

  • Toki Kaha

    The ‘Toki Kaha’, which translates to ‘Adze of Strength’ in Māori, is not just a name; it is a statement of resilience and power. This hapopo pounamu toki pendant is a testament to the enduring strength that the toki symbolizes in Māori culture and the robust beauty of the greenstone from which it is carved….

  • |

    Te Whenua E Tūhono Ana

    Te Whenua e Tūhono Ana translates as “the land that connects us”. It speaks to connection through place, whakapapa, and whānau, and to the way land can bind people together through care, work, and shared responsibility. This name reflects both the kaupapa of this set and the origin of the kōhatu itself. This set of…

  • Kia Maia

    This pounamu toki, which I’ve named Kia Maia (“be brave”), is so much more than a beautiful piece of jewelry. It’s a symbol of everything about the recipient – strength, resilience, and a heart filled with warmth. The toki itself, a traditional Maori treasure, represents the courage and determination that I know guides our spirits….

  • Samoan Toki

    I recently completed a special commission for a Toki carved from Kawakawa Pounamu, sourced from the Hokitika area. This piece measures 8cm in length and carries deep cultural significance for its wearer, a man of Samoan heritage who has made New Zealand his home. The design of the Toki was carefully crafted to weave together…