Moko Pounamu Toki NZ Genuine Marsden Flower Greenstone - Tekawiti

A wonderful Toki handcrafted from a stunning piece of Marsden Flower Jade. This exceptional Toki carving is the perfect corporate gift when you are wanting something that is just that wee bit different and unique. An incredible sculpture showcasing the true beauty of the Pounamu. This gorgeous Toki is displayed on a bronze painted Forged Steel Stand, creating an incredible show piece. We have lashed this wonderful Toki in classic black binding so it can also be worn, what a fabulous taonga.

The Toki (Adze) – The Toki had much meaning for the Maori, fashioned from stone or greenstone it was an essential tool for survival and day to day life for the Maori. That is the reason Maori attribute the spiritual meaning of strength and power to the Toki. This symbol resembles determination, control, strength, focus and honour.

This a Genuine West Coast Kahurangi Flower Jade from the Marsden, West Coast area. A highly translucent, light-ish green shade, free from dark spots and other flaws. One of the rarest varieties, held in high esteem by the Maori. The most prized Greenstone in New Zealand is flower jade, Greenstone with pale green or ochre clouds of colour. This distinctive patterning and colouring comes from the outside rim or 'rind' of the greenstone boulders or stones where the surface has oxidised.

Hand Carved by Ross Crump

Size

Sculpture - 173mm tall x 51mm wide x 16mm thick