Hand carved from genuine New Zealand Kokopu Pounamu, this beautifully balanced Whale Tail pendant captures the spirit, grace and power of the ocean.
The stone displays calming shades of soft sage, deep sea green and subtle forest tones, enhanced by delicate natural markings unique to Kokopu Pounamu. These organic inclusions give the pendant depth and individuality, ensuring no two pieces are ever alike. Its silky polish allows the gentle colours to shift beautifully as they catch the light.
Suspended from an adjustable taupe braided cord, this elegant pendant is a meaningful keepsake that celebrates both Māori tradition and the natural beauty of Aotearoa.
Whale Tail- Muri Paraoa - meaning speed and strength. The Whale Tail represents the support often shown by dolphins and whales to humans in distress, therefore a symbol of protection. It expresses the respect for the sea and nature thus a symbol of good luck, providing safe passage over water. The Whale was the most important animal in the life of the Maori. Besides speed and strength, it also represents success, confidence, sensitivity, and the bond between animal and human.
Kokopu- Greenstone from the West Coast Taramakau River area, West Coast. Comes in many colour variations from light to dark browns, creamy whites, light blues, olive greens to yellow even golden. Also known as trout-stone named after the dark brown, olive green and yellowish markings found on the three species of native freshwater trout. The spotted textures and range of colour give this stone a diverse presence.
Hand Carved by Kyohei Noguchi
Size 45mm long x 75mm wide x 9mm thick
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