A beautiful Toki handcrafted from a stunning piece of Nelson Te Tau Ihu Pounamu. It features an incredible colour palette and patterns so unique to Nelson Region Pounamu, highlighted by the satin finish. The hidden cord lets the stone speak for itself.
Toki(Adze) – The Toki had much meaning for the Maori, fashioned from stone or greenstone it was an essential tool for survival and day to day life for the Maori. That is the reason Maori attribute the spiritual meaning of strength and power to the Toki. This symbol resembles determination, control, strength, focus and honour.
Kokopu/Te Tau Ihu- Greenstone from the Nelson Tasman region. Comes in many colour variations from light to dark browns, creamy whites, light blues, olive greens to yellow even golden. Also known as trout-stone named after the dark brown, olive green and yellowish markings found on the three species of native freshwater trout. The spotted textures and range of colour give this stone a diverse presence.
Hand Carved by Tim Steel
Size 47mm long x 43mm wide x 10.5mm thick
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