He Taonga mō te Whānau: Pounamu for Life's Journey

The arrival of a pēpi (baby) ignites any whānau with joy and a sense of connection. As we gather for their naming, tohi (dedication), or baptism, we seek taonga that embody our hopes and anchor them to their whakapapa.

According to tradition, pounamu was born from Papatūānuku. Her tears of sorrow and joy flowed into the rivers of Te Waipounamu (the South Island) after her separation from Ranginui (the Sky Father). These tears crystalised into pounamu, imbuing the stone with her mauri (life force) and mana (spiritual power).

In our latest blog, we explore the origins of hei toki, its profound meaning, and the variations crafted by our skilled artisan carvers.

The festive season is nearly here, and at Moko Pounamu we believe the thought and care put into a gift extends to how it’s presented. Our range of packaging options ensures your pounamu taonga is gifted in a way that honours its significance and reflects the spirit of giving.

At Moko Pounamu, we specialise in creating pounamu gifts that carry deep cultural significance, making them ideal for corporate gifting.

Gifting pounamu for Father’s Day is more than just giving a beautiful accessory - it’s offering a piece of Aotearoa’s heritage and a symbol of deep respect and affection.

Pounamu comes in many shades and varieties. In this blog post we introduce you to all of the shades we work with, their names, where they usually come from and their characteristics. Read on.