NZ Greenstone Small Hei Matau Pendant (BX590) Hapopo Pounamu
Lovely Hei Matau in a classic style that was carved locally.
Measurements:
44 mm length
22 mm width
6 mm depth
The Hei Matau symbolises strength and good health. It serves as a talisman for safe travel particularly over water and is revered as a bringer of good fortune. For those with a connection to the ocean, rivers, and lakes, the Hei Matau is cherished as a protective charm and a reminder of nature's abundance.
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 HEI MATAU
Hei Matau offers strength, good luck and safe passage across land and water. The symbol represents prosperity, and abundance, while also denoting the important relationship with Tangaroa, God of the Sea.
Hei Matau is the perfect gift for anyone who has an affinity with the ocean, or is travelling overseas. Hei Matau will especially lend great luck to the wearer.
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 manaiaTikis for protection and are sacred came from Christchurch to Auckland through customs to Sydney beautifully wrapped treasures thank you!
Greenstone Shop is such a great place for those who are looking for gorgeous pounamus created by talented local artists. My Marsden Flower Pekapeka is breathtaking and so beautiful, Dean Taylor carved it with love and I am so happy to have it! Louise is lovely, she sent my Pounamu over to me very quickly, it arrived in Germany within 5 days what is amazing ☺️ I wear my precious Pekapeka close to my heart and highly recommend this shop. 🥰 Thank you!
