NZ Greenstone Framed Koropepe Pendant (BH887) Hapopo Pounamu
A Stunning Hapopo Pounamu Koropepe that has been framed to become a lovely wall hanging. Carved by Allan Moreton.
Koropepe symbolises new beginnings, abundance and prosperity. The Koropepe is thought to represent the curled eel which is useful to find the right path in life.
Pounamu or Greenstone is regarded as a stone sacred to the gods by the Māori of New Zealand. As a Taonga -meaning treasured, and it should be worn with respect and pride. Pounamu is a gift from the heart.
Measurements:
179 mm length
138 mm width
32 mm depth
estimated length of pounamu: 50 mm
You will receive the exact piece shown in photo, there may be a slight degree of colour variation based on different computer or mobile phone screen resolutions that you are viewing from.
BEHIND Manaia
The Manaia is a strong, protective talisman, with the head of a bird, the body of a man and the tail of a fish. Traditionally, Manaia is believed to act as a messenger between mortals, and those in the spiritual world. It is an impressive spiritual guardian to keep one safe.
HEIRLOOM GUARANTEE
Your Pounamu should last you a lifetime - and more. Pounamu is said to increase in mana as it is passed on through generations. We guarantee that any Greenstone Shop piece will survive to become an heirloom piece, spreading its mana throughout your whanau if it is well cared for, loved and respected.
Hear from our happy customers
Amazing Pounamu handcarved greenstone pendants and whale bone handcarved manaia Tikis for protection and are sacred came from Christchurch to Auckland through customs to Sydney beautifully wrapped treasures thank you
We have received excellent service, thank you. We wanted to buy a gift for a special friend in the US who is grieving the lose of a loved one. Dee helped us choose the perfect item, she seemed to know instinctively what was right, even helping us choose a suitable card. All the staff involved have worked hard to make this just right for our friend and for us.
