A gorgeous Hei Matau (Hook) carved from Kawakawa Pounamu. This piece is carved from dense green stone with a lightening in hue at the lower part of the pendant - beautifully finished to accentuate the curves and colour.
Hei Matau(Fishhook) - Originally Maori have been fishermen. Their main food source was the sea, so a fishhook of high quality was a very 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 in gem purposes.
Hand Carved by Dean Hetherington
Size 83mm Long x 51mm wide x 7mm thick
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