Moko Pounamu Mere Sculpture NZ Genuine Kawakawa Flower Pounamu - Miramar

A beautiful Mere handcrafted from an outstanding piece of Kawakawa Flower Pounamu. The incredible colours and patterns in this epic Mere are fantastic and the skill of a master carver really shines through, it truly makes this piece extraordinary and a definite collector’s piece. wonderfully displayed on a handmade Rimu wood base, this will be a treasured taonga for many 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.

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.

Putiputi (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.

Authentically sourced from Rimu near Hokitika.

Your mere will be supplied with a Rimu wood stand and wooden box for storage and shipping.

Hand Carved Katene Campbell

Mere Size 326mm long x 96mm wide x 28mm thick

Base Size 178mm wide x 40mm deep x 48mm high approx

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.