A fabulous water worn Kawakawa Flower Pounamu Mauri Stone found in the Rimu area. Beautifully displayed on a handmade wrought iron stand. This is a very special taonga that will be passed through many generations and treasured by those who have the honour of being its caretaker. From Deane Moreton’s personal collection.
Mauri Stone
is a significant Māori concept and physical object representing the life force (mauri) or spiritual essence of a person, place, or thing, often a carved piece of pounamu (greenstone) that acts as a spiritual anchor, protector, or connection to home and community, fostering well-being, strength, and belonging. These tangible symbols are used in important ceremonies, to connect people far from home (like emergency responders), and to honor cultural values, ensuring the vitality and essence of a space or group is maintained.
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.
Flower Jade- is New Zealand’s most prized Greenstone, with pale green or ochre clouds of colour. This distinctive patterning and colouring come from the outside rim or 'rind' of the greenstone boulders or stones where the surface has oxidised.
Pounamu Size – 250mm long x 205mm wide x 54mm thick approx, 4.5Kg
Base 281mm long x 131mm wide x 183mm high
Total height 240mm. Approx
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