TRADITIONAL DESIGNS

This collection contains traditional designs, carved in a range of materials.

KORU

Rebirth ~ Purity ~ Peace

Koru is the Māori word for 'loop'. The spiral shaped koru design graphically represents an unfolding silver fern frond. The circular movement towards an inner coil refers to ‘going back to the beginning’.

TIKI

Fertility ~ Fortune ~ Creation

The Tiki is a very ancient symbol and, while quickly recognised, is by far the least understood of traditional carved designs. There are a number of legends in relation to its meaning. Some say the Tiki came from the stars and that he was the first man of the world. Other theories suggest that tiki represents the human embryo - forming life.

PIKORUA

Friendship ~ Knowledge ~ Love

The Pikorua or single twist shape represents the eternal emerging paths in life.  The figure-eight form symbolizes the bond between two people, their loyalty and love.  This shape reflects the natural ebbs and flows that occur in a relationship without breaking the bond of friendship or love.

TOKI

Courage ~ Wisdom ~ Authority

A symbol of courage and strength in times of adversity. Toki were worn by Māori elders as a symbol of power, wisdom and authority. 

The toki (adze) was a chisel tool used by the Māori people of Aotearoa (New Zealand) to carve their great canoes and the detailing on meeting houses. When lashed to a wooden handle it was also used as a weapon.

MATAU

Prosperity ~ Abundance ~ Fertility

Much of Māori theology was based around the sea - Māori crossed the Pacific Ocean to find New Zealand (Aotearoa) in sailing canoes, fishing to survive these long and dangerous journeys.

Legend has it that New Zealand was once a huge fish that was caught by the great mariner Maui using a line of woven plant fibre and a bone hook - so the hook, or matau, is central to our Islands.

MANAIA

Guide ~ Protect ~ Communicate

The Māori people have many legends about the creation of the earth and how New Zealand was discovered. These legends include a number of mythical beings, some of whom have control over each of the elements while others belong to the realm of ancestral spirits.

The Manaia can be blended into many Maori designs with subtle differences between tribes.  Most Maori art tells the story of a tribe or event. The Manaia therefore has many forms as it is intertwined with other shapes and patterns to depict its different powers and its interaction with the spirit or mortal worlds.

WHEKU

Ancestor ~ Heritage ~ Spirit

Wheku, meaning 'carved face', depicts the face of an ancestor.

The Wheku is generally found at the apex of the gable on a Wharenui, the Maori meeting house, and symbolises an important ancestor after whom the house was named.

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  • Hand carved bone double twist pendant. Beautiful hand made double twist bone necklace. Provided with an adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch. Free shipping worldwide.Hand carved bone double twist pendant. Beautiful hand made double twist bone necklace. Provided with an adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch. Free shipping worldwide.
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    EVERLASTING
    EVERLASTING - a lovely double twist pendant carved from natural bone. This is a graceful representation of a carving which symbolises friendship, partnership and love. The twist: symbol of friendship, partnership and loyalty We will also include one of our 'Kia Ora' cards, which explains...
    $111.00 NZD
    $111.00 NZD
  • Hand carved bone Tiki pendant. Traditional art hand carved for NZ Pacific. Bone Tiki necklace with Paua Shell eyes. Delivered with Express Courier. Provided with adjustable cords and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand carved bone Tiki pendant. Traditional art hand carved for NZ Pacific. Bone Tiki necklace with Paua Shell eyes. Delivered with Express Courier. Provided with adjustable cords and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    CREATOR'S SPARK
    CREATOR'S SPARK A hand carved tiki pendant made from Bone! A complex and beautifully carved rendition of the tiki.  CREATOR'S SPARK is a medium-sized, expressive carving, a beautiful piece of hand made art to wear! The Tiki is a very ancient symbol and, while quickly...
    $238.00 NZD
    $238.00 NZD
  • New Zealand flower jade drop pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific. Large New Zealand Jade roimata drop necklace. Drop pendant representing healing, comfort and compassion. Unisex pendants for lovers of Jade art to wear.New Zealand flower jade drop pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific. Large New Zealand Jade roimata drop necklace. Drop pendant representing healing, comfort and compassion. Unisex pendants for lovers of Jade art to wear.
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    TE RERE O KAPUNI
    TE RERE O KAPUNI - named after a waterfall in the Taranaki region in New Zealand. These falls are at the base of Mount Taranaki and their waters are believed to have healing powers. This large drop shaped pendant is known as a comfort stone and is worn...
    $298.00 NZD
    $298.00 NZD
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  • Hand carved New Zealand jade twist pendant. Carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific. Unique double twist jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable cord.Hand carved New Zealand jade twist pendant. Carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific. Unique double twist jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable cord.
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    ATOLL
    ATOLL - Hand carved from an absolutely stunning piece of New Zealand Jade. We have bound ATOLL with an 'Oat' coloured, adjustable length cord. The twist carving with its crisscross form represents the many paths of life and love and as such is regarded as the...
    $420.00 NZD
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    $420.00 NZD
  • This is a sleek and slender hand carved New Zealand Jade mere pendant. The stone is a very beautiful green and the cord is either black, red or grey and is adjustable. The pendant has a light polish and just glows. Provided in a woven kete pouch.This is a sleek and slender hand carved New Zealand Jade mere pendant. The stone is a very beautiful green and the cord is either black, red or grey and is adjustable. The pendant has a light polish and just glows. Provided in a woven kete pouch.
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    MERE ITI
    MERE ITI - a sleek, medium sized New Zealand Jade Mere pendant.  Called MERE ITI (Small Mere) these are carved from unique New Zealand Jade. Every piece is different, a fantastic little icon - the MERE, the Adze. Take a look at the video to see the shape...
    $298.00 NZD
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  • Hand carved incredible Deer Antler wheku face carving. A stunning work of art. This pendant was hand carved in Deer Antler with Paua Shell inlay for the eyes. Shipping is included in the price. Delivered to you on an adjustable cord.Hand carved incredible Deer Antler wheku face carving. A stunning work of art. This pendant was hand carved in Deer Antler with Paua Shell inlay for the eyes. Shipping is included in the price. Delivered to you on an adjustable cord.
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    PROUD LINEAGE
    PROUD LINEAGE A connection to your ancestors, and a recognition of the wisdom of family who have gone before you. Expressive and beautiful! PROUD LINEAGE is carved in Deer Antler. If you watch the brief video we have made of the pendant slowly rotating you will...
    $333.00 NZD
    $333.00 NZD
  • Hand carved bone koru pendant. Carved for NZ Pacific by Yuri Terenyi. Unique bone jewellery for sale online. Provided with adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand carved bone koru pendant. Carved for NZ Pacific by Yuri Terenyi. Unique bone jewellery for sale online. Provided with adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    GENESIS
    GENESIS - the beginning An incredibly striking, contemporary Koru pendant carved from natural bone. These are a special design carved for us by Yuri Terenyi. Look at the photos and the video to appreciate the craftsmanship of this intricate and unique carving. We ship this to you...
    $225.00 NZD
    $225.00 NZD
  • This is a beautiful hand carved Red Jasper Stone toki pendant. A really cool piece that is made from this rare and beautiful material. The red jasper has a very distinctive look and each piece is different. We ship this worldwide and the cost of shipping is included in the price. Provided with adjustable cords and packaged in a woven kete pouch.This is a beautiful hand carved Red Jasper Stone toki pendant. A really cool piece that is made from this rare and beautiful material. The red jasper has a very distinctive look and each piece is different. We ship this worldwide and the cost of shipping is included in the price. Provided with adjustable cords and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    BLOOD MOON
    BLOOD MOON A beautiful toki carved from Red Jasper. This is a lovely piece, carved with curves and buffed to a soft shine - a bold and beautiful necklace. We have carved this from Red Jasper Stone - a deep red colour with metallic grey inclusions. These, where...
    $355.00 NZD
    $355.00 NZD
  • Hand carved New Zealand jade, single twist pendant. Maori pikorua pendant hand carved in New Zealand. Made by NZ Pacific, jade jewellery for sale online. One only hand made by Ross Crump.Hand carved New Zealand jade, single twist pendant. Maori pikorua pendant hand carved in New Zealand. Made by NZ Pacific, jade jewellery for sale online. One only hand made by Ross Crump.
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    MANAAKI
    MANAAKI - Generosity of Spirit Hand carved in a milky, semi-translucent piece of New Zealand Kawakawa jade. This is a wonderful pendant, handmade for us by Ross Crump. Noteworthy on this piece (aside from the beautiful stone) is the elegant and simple design, and the outstanding polished...
    $420.00 NZD
    $420.00 NZD
  • These pendants are hand carved, green jade Hawaiian hooks or Makau pendants. They are beautifully finished in a high polish and bound with an adjustable cord. Hand made jewellery that make the most wonderful gifts. Free shipping worldwide.These pendants are hand carved, green jade Hawaiian hooks or Makau pendants. They are beautifully finished in a high polish and bound with an adjustable cord. Hand made jewellery that make the most wonderful gifts. Free shipping worldwide.
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    ALOHA
    A delicately carved matau, made by hand from gorgeous pale, apple green jade. In Hawaiian culture - the hook is carved facing the left so it is always facing your heart... one of the reasons we love this stunning little hook. A very fine...
    $268.00 NZD
    $268.00 NZD
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  • Hand carved bone hook pendant. This piece is carved with a winged decoration on the upper part. We've named it 'Avenger' after the Goddess Nike. Shipping is free worldwide.Hand carved bone hook pendant. This piece is carved with a winged decoration on the upper part. We've named it 'Avenger' after the Goddess Nike. Shipping is free worldwide.
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    AVENGER
    AVENGER - A winged fish hook necklace (hei-matau) handcarved in a unique style, with some beautiful detailing to add a little flair! The necklace cord is hand plaited and length adjustable. It has a couple of slip knots that will allow you to position the piece where...
    $115.00 NZD
    $115.00 NZD
  • Hand carved New Zealand jade twist pendant. Carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific. Unique double twist jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable tan cord.Hand carved New Zealand jade twist pendant. Carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific. Unique double twist jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable tan cord.
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    NEXUS
    NEXUS - Hand carved from an absolutely stunning piece of New Zealand Jade. We have bound NEXUS with a hand plaited Kalahari adjustable length cord. The twist carving with its crisscross form represents the many paths of life and love and as such is...
    $420.00 NZD
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    $420.00 NZD
  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade Twist with Koru heart pendant. Unique Jade jewellery online for sale. Hand made Jade Twist with Koru, provided on adjustable cords and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand carved New Zealand Jade Twist with Koru heart pendant. Unique Jade jewellery online for sale. Hand made Jade Twist with Koru, provided on adjustable cords and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    LOVERS MISSION
    LOVERS MISSION A masterfully carved twist with central koru. This is a self-contained and beautiful pendant. Gorgeous, delicately carved jade pendant with a koru heart - perfect for friendship and love. LOVERS MISSION is carved from a gorgeous piece of Jade, a soft semi-translucent green stone...
    $478.00 NZD
    $478.00 NZD
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  • British Coloumbian jade toki koru pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand. Hand made British Coloumbian Jade jewellery. Provided with an adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.British Coloumbian jade toki koru pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand. Hand made British Coloumbian Jade jewellery. Provided with an adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
    NZ Pacific
    SPIRITED
    SPIRITED A medium-sized toki carved from polished British Columbian Jade. We have two options available; please use the drop-down menu to make your selection. The toki, or adze, is a symbol of strength. The adze was a key survival tool, so the owner of...
    $398.00 NZD
    $398.00 NZD
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  • A handcarved masterpiece. A complex twist pendant carved from bone by Yuri Terenyi for NZ Pacific. This is a true piece of wearable art which is collectible.A handcarved masterpiece. A complex twist pendant carved from bone by Yuri Terenyi for NZ Pacific. This is a true piece of wearable art which is collectible.
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    TIME TO PIVOT
    TIME TO PIVOT - do it with elegance and grace ...just like this twist! This is a remarkable piece. Beautifully carved and finished with a sublime, silky texture - a piece to wear and to hold. We can't speak highly enough about Yuri's craftsmanship here. It falls beautifully,...
    $277.00 NZD
    $277.00 NZD
  • This is a unique manaia with koru, hand carved natural bone pendant with Paua Shell eyes. The cord is Black and is length adjustable. This is delivered to you with Express Courier. The eyes are made from Paua shell.This is a unique manaia with koru, hand carved natural bone pendant with Paua Shell eyes. The cord is Black and is length adjustable. This is delivered to you with Express Courier. The eyes are made from Paua shell.
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    JOURNEY OF FLIGHT
    A gorgeous, unique, hand carved manaia with koru pendant. JOURNEY OF FLIGHT is made from beautiful, natural Bone with striking eyes made from a wonderful New Zealand Pāua - renowned for its brightness and striking colours. The Wright Brothers, American aviation pioneers, are credited with the first...
    $230.00 NZD
    $230.00 NZD
  • Hand made bone hook, or matau, pendant. The cord can be adjusted. It is a large sized pendant and is well carved. A beautiful piece of art to wear, hand carved jewellery. Delivered in woven kete pouch with express courier.Hand made bone hook, or matau, pendant. The cord can be adjusted. It is a large sized pendant and is well carved. A beautiful piece of art to wear, hand carved jewellery. Delivered in woven kete pouch with express courier.
    NZ Pacific
    WILD AND FREE
    Hand carved bone matau pendant. Artist: YURI TERENYI A strong pendant with tons of character. These were carved for us by Yuri Terenyi - they are a finely carved design with a form that is a little different from the typical matau shape. We...
    $164.00 NZD
    $164.00 NZD
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  • This pendant is a small jade tiki pendant. The carving shows wonderful detail on the front while the back is beautifully rounded. These are carved in New Zealand Jade with paua shell eyes. The cord is adjustable in length. Provided in a woven kete pouch and shipped worldwide.This pendant is a small jade tiki pendant. The carving shows wonderful detail on the front while the back is beautifully rounded. These are carved in New Zealand Jade with paua shell eyes. The cord is adjustable in length. Provided in a woven kete pouch and shipped worldwide.
    NZ Pacific
    GOOD FORTUNE
    GOOD FORTUNE A lovely little hand carved Tiki made from New Zealand Jade. A very plain and simple design that we have carved in deer antler for some time. Here, we have decided to use some gorgeous, deep, dark green New Zealand jade to...
    $328.00 NZD
    $328.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a koru carving. A pendant carved from a lovely piece of New Zealand Inanga jade. We have suspended this necklace on a hand plaited cord in black and you can adjust its length so that you can position the pendant where it suits you best.This picture shows a koru carving. A pendant carved from a lovely piece of New Zealand Inanga jade. We have suspended this necklace on a hand plaited cord in black and you can adjust its length so that you can position the pendant where it suits you best.
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    ÉLAN VITAL
    ÉLAN VITAL These are stunning Koru carved for us by Ross Crump. ÉLAN VITAL is a smaller sized piece - carved from a light coloured piece of superb New Zealand Inanga pounamu. This is a standout stone, quite rare particularly with this degree of...
    $370.00 NZD
    $370.00 NZD
  • Hand carved New Zealand jade twist pendant. Carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific. Unique double twist jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable oat coloured cord.Hand carved New Zealand jade twist pendant. Carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific. Unique double twist jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable oat coloured cord.
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    CONNECT
    CONNECT - Hand carved from an absolutely stunning piece of New Zealand Jade. We have bound CONNECT with a Oat coloured adjustable length cord. The twist carving with its crisscross form represents the many paths of life and love and as such is regarded...
    $428.00 NZD
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    $428.00 NZD
  • This pendant is a large jade tiki pendant. The carving shows wonderful detail on the front while the back is beautifully rounded. These are carved in Columbian Jade. The cord is adjustable in length. Provided in a woven kete pouch and shipped worldwide.This pendant is a small jade tiki pendant. The carving shows wonderful detail on the front while the back is beautifully rounded. These are carved in Columbian Jade. The cord is adjustable in length. Provided in a woven kete pouch and shipped worldwide.
    NZ Pacific
    NZP TIKI
    NZP TIKI - A lovely, hand carved, Tiki in British Columbian Jade. This is a very simple tiki design that we have carved in deer antler for some time. We have decided to use some gorgeous, bright British Columbian jade to reproduce the design...
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  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade Pounamu Wheku face pendant. Carved from New Zealand Jade by NZ Pacific. Hand crafted Jade jewellery for sale online. Pacific carving pendant, striking and unique delivered to you with Express Courier at no extra cost.Hand carved New Zealand Jade Pounamu Wheku face pendant. Carved from New Zealand Jade by NZ Pacific. Hand crafted Jade jewellery for sale online. Pacific carving pendant, striking and unique delivered to you with Express Courier at no extra cost.
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    PACIFIC GUARDIAN
    PACIFIC GUARDIAN - a carved face we've designed to capture the spirit of the South Pacific. This piece embodies the presence and the power of beautiful Polynesia. Hand carved in New Zealand Jade, Pounamu. The design is a Wheku - a 'carved face'. These designs...
    $398.00 NZD
    $398.00 NZD
  • This is a beautiful bone carving pendant. We have designed a hook with a Kingfish motif especially for those lover of the ocean and all you fanatical fishermen out there. This piece is designed and made by NZ Pacific and is for sale worldwide.This is a beautiful bone carving pendant. We have designed a hook with a Kingfish motif especially for those lover of the ocean and all you fanatical fishermen out there. This piece is designed and made by NZ Pacific and is for sale worldwide.
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    KINGI
    KINGI - also known as the Yellowtail Amberjack or Kingfish. An awesome fish found in our southern oceans. The wearer of a Hei-Matau is seen as a provider and protector who is strong willed and determined to succeed in life - what a lovely...
    $188.00 NZD
    $188.00 NZD
  • A hand carved bone toki with NZ Pacific logo engraving. Unique hand made jewellery from New Zealand Pacific.A hand carved bone toki with NZ Pacific logo engraving. Unique hand made jewellery from New Zealand Pacific.
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    NZ PACIFIC TOKI
    An original 'NZ Pacific' Toki! This is a lovely bone carving with some beautiful detail and depth to it. A traditional Toki with our beautiful logo and a manuka green cord and sage binding. This piece represents New Zealand's mountains and our surrounding oceans - and underpins...
    $198.00 NZD
    $198.00 NZD
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  • This is a large hand carved New Zealand Jade tiki pendant. It is made from New Zealand Jade and Paua shell.This is a large hand carved New Zealand Jade tiki pendant. It is made from New Zealand Jade and Paua shell.
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    BORN LEADER
    BORN LEADER - a Hei Tiki born chief fully adorned with kowhaiwhai he's a born leader This is the Hei Tiki of a leader. Carved from a dark green piece of pounamu, its paler striations echo the depth and complexity of a true rangatira....
    $1,888.00 NZD
    $1,888.00 NZD
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  • Hand carved New Zealand Flower Jade half-shield with koru pendant.Hand carved New Zealand Flower Jade half-shield with koru pendant.
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    WAYSTONE
    WAYSTONE - shield with koru pendant, carved in flower jade A striking half shield pendant carved from premium New Zealand Flower Jade, showcasing the stone's dynamic and sought-after coloration. This substantial piece features a polished koru design at its centre, a symbol representing new...
    $788.00 NZD
    $788.00 NZD
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  • A hand carved twist pendant from New Zealand Jade. The cord is a khaki green colour and is adjustable.A hand carved twist pendant from New Zealand Jade. The cord is a khaki green colour and is adjustable.
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    LIFE'S PATH
    LIFE'S PATH is a masterful pendant carved from a striking piece of New Zealand Marsden jade. This complex, free-form twist design exemplifies Kerry Thompson's ability to harmonise a demanding concept with the unique character of the stone. As the smaller of a pair conceived...
    $2,888.00 NZD
    $2,888.00 NZD
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  • Hand carved from a lovely piece of local New Zealand flower Jade. We have suspended this from a 4-plait beige cord which can be adjusted with a couple of slip knots and beige binding.Hand carved from a lovely piece of local New Zealand flower Jade. We have suspended this from a 4-plait beige cord which can be adjusted with a couple of slip knots and beige binding.
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    POLAR STRENGTH
    POLAR STRENGTH - New Zealand Jade Toki Pendant This stunning pendant is a tiny slice of Aotearoa’s beauty! Carved from gorgeous New Zealand Flower Jade, POLAR STRENGTH dazzles with mossy greens and sandy golds, warm earthy tones, and soft organic curves that whisper of the...
    $315.00 NZD
    $315.00 NZD
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  • Hand carved natural bone koru pendant. Made by NZ Pacific.Hand carved natural bone koru pendant. Made by NZ Pacific.
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    ETERNAL
    ETERNAL We love the simplicity of this Koru design and its symbolism. Love is an apt word to use as that's one of the biggest symbols these little beauties represent. A beautifully hand carved bone Koru pendant for you... or someone you love. This...
    $148.00 NZD
    $148.00 NZD
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  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade Hook pendant. New Zealand Jade hook necklace. Real New Zealand Pounamu hook pendant for men and women. Free worldwide delivery.Hand carved New Zealand Jade Hook pendant. New Zealand Jade hook necklace. Real New Zealand Pounamu hook pendant for men and women. Free worldwide delivery.
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    EMANCIPATION
    EMANCIPATION This matau is carved in an angular and bold shape with a subtle celtic influence in the hook's tip. The piece with the Kalahari cord is carved from stunning New Zealand Tangiwai. While the matau with the Manuka Green cord is carved in...
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