A gorgeous Kouma (Breastplate) handcrafted from a beautiful piece of Kawakawa Pounamu, this was a small pebble found by the carver on a walk up the Arahura river. The wavy colour through the stone is gorgeous.
Kouma/Breastplate - signifies strength and protection in battle. Today they still hold this symbolism but more as a representative scale.
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.
Carved by Katene Campbell
Size 46mm Long x 52mm Wide x 9mm thick
This will be the exact piece you will receive in the photos, there may be a slight degree of colour variation based on different computer or device screen resolutions that you are viewing from.
