An incredible Hei Tiki has been handcrafted from an amazing piece of Hapopo Pounamu. We have named him after our native frog, Pepeketua. Sourced from South Westland, this Hei Tiki is a special carving in fantastic Inanga Pounamu and incredible Totoweka streaks throughout and incredible bright Paua eyes highlighting the attention to detail that makes this carver stand out. fantastic carving to be worn with honour and pride a taonga for generations to come.
Hei Tiki- According to legends Tiki was the first man on Earth who originated from the stars. The first mortal person who created the first woman after his image. The exact meaning of the Tiki is disputed. There are several opinions but the most accepted are that the Tiki stands for fertility. Traditionally regarded as a good luck charm meant to keep evil spirits away.
Hapopo- Genuine West Coast Greenstone. It's colour ranges from medium green to a dark forest green with a unique mottled texture. The name originating from Kā Umu o Hapopo (Big Bay) which is in Poutini ki te toka (South Westland).
Hand Carved by Des Hetherington
Size 136mm long x 102mm wide x 20mm thick
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