NZ Greenstone Medium Mangōpare Hammerhead Pendant (BN859) Hapopo Pounamu
Beautiful Hapopo Pounamu carved into a Mangōpare or Hammerhead Shark. Hand carved locally.
Measurements:
61 mm length
34 mm width
8 mm depth
The hammerhead's commanding presence in the ocean marks it as a kaitiaki (guardian), shielding its wearer from harm and negative energies. It embodies unyielding strength, fearless protection, and the determination to overcome any obstacle.
The sacred stone of Aotearoa. Pounamu of this beautiful land encompasses nephrite jade, serpentine, and tangiwai (bowenite). To the Māori of New Zealand, Pounamu (greenstone) is more than just a stone, it is a taonga (treasure) woven into the spiritual and cultural fabric of their ancestors. Revered as a gift from the gods, it carries the mana (prestige) of the land and the strength of the rivers.
When worn close to the skin it absorbs your wairua (spirit); over time its lustre deepens along with the bond between wearer and stone. Pounamu is a gift from the heart and as such should be worn or displayed with respect and pride.
Comes with an adjustable cord and a 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 Koru
The Koru symbolises an unfurling fern frond, full of new life and fresh beginnings. It reflects openness to infinite possibilities.
This Koru was carved to symbolise unity within whanau.
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
Thanks to Louise and the team for designing a lovely double spiral Koru for me as a gift for someone. Came wonderfully presented and for a great price. Cheers team! :)
Wow amazing, I ordered yesterday and I received it in Australia today. Quicker than the local post. I purchased this for my granddaughters 18th birthday and I am sure she will love and treasure it. I am usually weary of buying online but this is more beautiful in person than the photos. Thanks to the Greenstone Shop and the carver for such wonderful service and work 🤩😍
