Moko Pounamu Mere NZ Genuine Serpentinite Greenstone - Tahorakuri

A stunning Mere handcrafted from an outstanding piece of Serpentinite Pounamu. The incredible dark green colour with flowing into the cream and oranges of the rind on this fantastic carving are wonderful and give a unique look and feel to this precious Mere. This fabulous Mere will be a special taonga to carry through the generations

Mere or Patu is a type of short, broad-bladed weapon in the shape of an enlarged tear drop. It was used to strike/jab an opponent in the body or the head. The Mere signifies high status and gives the owner courage and strength. It is the same design as a Patu, but the difference is a Patu is made of wood, stone, or whale bone whereas Meres are made of Greenstone Pounamu.

Serpentinite has amazing healing qualities; to replenish and restore energy in the body, it also creates a protective and energetic field around us. Serpentinite can be a porous stone; in some cases, it will absorb the oils from your skin and deepen the colour of your stone. Each piece of Serpentinite has inclusions of many minerals that make a stunning piece of Artwork. Two or more Serpentine minerals can form a Serpentinite Rock and many other sub varieties of this stunner. This is regarded as one of the three stones that make up the Pounamu family.

A quality piece to be treasured and preserved for your children and children's children.

Hand Carved by Glen Surgenor

Size 257mm long x 76mm wide x 20mm thick

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