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NZ Greenstone Large Toki Pendant with Matariki engraved (AT339) Hapopo Pounamu
Beautifully carved Hapopo Pounamu Toki with the Matariki star cluster laser engraved. Carved by Dean Taylor.
Matariki, or Ngā mata o te ariki Tāwhirimātea (The eyes of the god Tāwhirimātea), is a cluster of stars that signal the Māori new year. It is a time to reconnect and come together with our whānau, bid farewell to the dead, celebrate the gift of the present, and plan for the future. Each star represents an aspect of our environment. As Te Iwa o Matariki makes a return in our skies, a prediction is made for the coming year. This prediction can advise us on how best to plant, hunt, and harvest in the future ahead.
Traditionally Toki were used by Māori to cut and work timber for the meeting houses and carvings. Because of the determination, control and strength required to skilfully use the Toki it became a symbol of ability, power and authority. Ceremonial Toki were traditionally worn by Māori elders and Chiefs to signify leadership qualities. May this Toki bring the wearer strength, courage and inspiration on their journey 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:
87 mm length
36 mm width
8 mm depth
Comes with an adjustable cord and Jute drawstring bag.
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 mobile phone screen resolutions that you are viewing from.
BEHIND TOKI
Traditionally, Toki was used by Māori to cut and work timber for meeting houses and carvings. Because of the determination, control and strength required to skilfully use the Toki, it became a symbol of ability, power and authority. Ceremonial Toki were traditionally worn by Māori elders and Chiefs to signify leadership qualities.
May the Toki bring the wearer strength, courage and inspiration on their journey in life.
I was blown away by the service, quality and affordability. Louise was very helpful and accommodating and Dean is a great carver, clearly plenty of skill and pride goes into his work. Would highly recommend!
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.