Moko Pounamu Koropepe NZ Genuine Kahotea Greenstone - Potae

A gorgeous Koropepe handcrafted from a wonderful piece of Kahotea Pounamu. This is a stunning Koropepe, and the vibrant colours are just fantastic. This will be a loved taonga.

Koropepe is a mythical being in the shape of an eel, (an important food source for pre-European Maori). It also represents that of a grandfather and has a spiritual meaning of guardianship and warding off evil. The Koru, the curling part of this carving, represents an unfurling new fern shoot, new beginnings, hope, personal growth, purity nurturing, a new phase in life, the spirit of rejuvenation and peace, that of a new Mokopuna (grandchild). Together they form a strong spiritual force for good.

Kahotea- is a type of New Zealand pounamu (greenstone) characterized by streaks and flecks of white, giving it a light, tea-like appearance. Derived from the Māori word "Kaho" for light-coloured tea, it is a treasured stone from the West Coast of New Zealand valued for its unique patterns and the character it adds to carvings.

Hand carved by Dean Hetherington

Size 55mm long x 46mm wide 9mm thick

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