A wonderful Heart hand carved from an incredible piece of dark Kawakawa Pounamu, set on a beautiful 9ct gold Kowhaiwhai patterned bail. A taonga from the heart.
Manawa - Heart
pendants symbolise love, deep affection or, appreciation for someone and are not unique to one type of love. They are the ideal gift to represent friendship, devotion, affection and romantic and enduring love, they convey a powerful statement about love, which makes them an ideal gift for just about anyone. Hearts can be given to show your love for your mother or other family members, a great way to show your love if you are far apart. It is also a great way to show appreciation for your BFF or even yourself, allowing the piece to represent a personal meaning or a remembrance for a loved one who has passed. When you give a person, you love a heart inspired piece of jewellery you are giving them a piece of you. Each time they wear it they will be reminded of you.
Kowhaiwhai- The Kōwhaiwhai is a traditional Māori pattern that is used in whakairo (carving) and art, as well as being decorative, Kowhaiwhai patterns also help to tell a story. Kowhaiwhai in whare tipuna (meeting houses) are specially designed for the iwi (tribe) the house belongs to. It tells stories about their history. Kowhaiwhai are painted on the rafters or the tahuhu (ridgepole) of the house stretching the length of the building. The Kowhaiwhai painted on the ridgepole represents the whakapapa (genealogy) of the iwi (tribe). Nature is often the inspiration for these beautiful and stunning patterns.
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 jewellery purposes.
Hand Carved by Rob Singer
Size 55mm long x 59mm wide x 7mm thick Total length 58mm
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