This Hei Matau is carved from Kawakawa pounamu, known for its rich green colouring and smooth, semi-translucent character. The stone displays beautiful tonal variation, with deep forest green blending into lighter cloudy areas that enhance its natural beauty. Kawakawa pounamu is prized for its strength and durability, making it ideal for meaningful jewellery that is designed to be worn and treasured for generations.
This pendant is ideal for those seeking meaningful jewellery that represents strength, resilience, and safe passage through life’s journey.
Hei Matau(Fishhook) - Originally Maori have been fishermen. Their main food source was the sea, so a fishhook of high quality was avery valuable item to own. The hook became a symbol of prosperity, abundance, good health, power, authority and respect for the sea and its life in it. They also provide good luck and safety while traveling across water.
Kawakawa- is the most common variety of Pounamu. It comes in many shades - from strong, rich green to dark green - and often has small dark flecks, which add to its character. Named after the leaf of the Kawakawa. It is the main type used for gem purposes.
Hand Carved by Kurtis Bell
Size 83mm Long x 45mm wide x 4mm thick
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