Moko Pounamu Roimata (Teardrop) NZ Genuine Kahurangi Greenstone and 9ct Gold Pendant - Orongotea

A lovely Roimata (Teardrop) hand crafted from a beautiful piece of Kahurangi Pounamu which is complimented by a simple hand made 9ct gold cap and bail. Minimalistic so that the design and the stone are able to speak for themselves.

Roimata - Teardrop- Named for their teardrop shape, meaning tears of sadness or grief, and are widely regarded as touchstones in healing and meditation. It is often called the comfort stone and given to show sympathy, shared emotion and that they, the receiver, is not alone in their grief.The drop pendants are also believed to represent a connection to the whenua (the land) Aotearoa (New Zealand).

Kahurangi- Genuine West Coast Greenstone from the Marsden, West Coast area . Kahurangi is the rarest variety of pounamu. It is highly translucent and often comes in vivid shades of green. Small, feather-like markings in the stone can give a cloud effect – although to be classed as Kahurangi, this effect must not reduce the stone’s clarity. The word Kahurangi also indicates nobility and refers to precious jewels and held in high esteem by Māori .

New Zealand Greenstone is best described as being one thousand and one different colours and shades. No two items made from New Zealand Greenstone are exactly alike. The range of colours that are unique to New Zealand Greenstone set it apart from the rest of the world!

Hand-carved by Rob Singer

Size 77mm long x 6mm wide x 5mm thick

All pendants come supplied with a 45cm Gold Plated chain.

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