The World Of Pounamu
Discover the Beauty, Significance, and Legacy of Pounamu
This section of our site is dedicated to sharing the rich cultural heritage, significance, and beauty of Pounamu, also referred to as greenstone.
We intend it to serve as a knowledge library to help understand the importance of this taonga in Te Ao Māori and its enduring legacy in Aotearoa (New Zealand).
A while back we told you that I Am Hope and Moko Pounamu wanted to acknowledge the unsung heroes in communities around New Zealand, and asked you to nominate people in your community that you thought fit the bill. We received hundreds of submissions and were blown away by the incredible amount of good that so many people are doing across the country for their communities. Out of all those worthy submissions, one really stood out to us. Nominated by her sister Jenna, our I Am Hope X Moko Pounamu Community Hero is Charne. Charne wears many hats across the Beachlands communtiy. Mum, wife, sister, daughter, friend, coach, mentor, advocate and HERO. She is an active member of multiple community groups, a valued member of each and every one, and a bright light in the lives of all the tamariki she works alongside. We were so honoured and privileged to present Charne with a lovely Moko Pounamu taonga, and witness the love and appreciation her community has for her. The world is truly lucky to have Charne in it ❤️
Discover how the koru connects nature, whakapapa and balance. Explore the living spiral of pounamu and the timeless symbolism it holds in Māori culture.
It’s that time of year again and we know some of our customers have been patiently waiting for the biggest sale of our year - 25% off almost everything on our site.
We believe that gifting pounamu is a profound act, one that deserves to be supported by deep knowledge, genuine care, and absolute integrity. This belief is the foundation of our business, which is built on three core pillars that guide every interaction, both in our Christchurch shop and across the globe.
The arrival of a pēpi (baby) ignites any whānau with joy and a sense of connection. As we gather for their naming, tohi (dedication), or baptism, we seek taonga that embody our hopes and anchor them to their whakapapa.
Owen Mapp is a highly regarded bone carver from Aotearoa New Zealand. At Moko Pounamu we are privileged to have some of Owen’s collection of pieces for sale in our retail shop and online.
We welcome anyone who would like to come in to view the collection in person.
The theme of this year’s celebration is 'Ake Ake Ake - A forever language' - marking the the 50th anniversary of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week).
Gifting pounamu for Father’s Day is more than just giving a beautiful accessory - it’s offering a piece of Aotearoa’s heritage and a symbol of deep respect and affection.
