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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  • This is a lovely New Zealand Inanga Jade, pounamu Toki drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Kyohei Noguchi. It is bound with an adjustable black coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.This is a lovely New Zealand Inanga Jade, pounamu Toki drop pendant. Hand carved for us by Kyohei Noguchi. It is bound with an adjustable black coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping.
    NZ Pacific
    CHIC
    CHIC - Hand crafted Toki/Drop pendant from a gorgeous and rare piece of New Zealand Inanga Jade.  A lovely, CHIC little pendant that is gentle and unassuming - except for the standout colours in the stone! It is often said that nature is the...
    $525.00 NZD
    $525.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a contemporary manaia with hook pendant carved for us by Kyohei Noguchi. It is a light green colour in traditional manaia design. We have plaited a cord in black and made it length adjustable. This is a very beautiful piece of art to wear.This picture shows a contemporary manaia with hook pendant carved for us by Kyohei Noguchi. It is a light green colour in traditional manaia design. We have plaited a cord in black and made it length adjustable. This is a very beautiful piece of art to wear.
    NZ Pacific
    ARCTIC PROTECTOR
    ARCTIC PROTECTOR - Inanga Pounamu Manaia Pendant Hand carved for us by Kyohei Noguchi, ARCTIC PROTECTOR is made from New Zealand Inanga jade. ARCTIC PROTECTOR is a traditional Manaia design. In Māori culture, the Manaia is a guardian spirit, often worn to maintain a connection...
    $960.00 NZD
    $960.00 NZD
  • A hand carved large New Zealand Jade Hook, Matau, necklace. The cord is adjustable.A hand carved large New Zealand Jade Hook, Matau, necklace. The cord is adjustable.
    NZ Pacific
    DUSK
    DUSK - A superb Marsden Jade Matau Pendant Hand carved by Kerry Thompson Crafted from rare Marsden Jade, this large and commanding matau pendant is a masterwork of contemporary jade art. The bold, flowing form is brought to life through the union of superior...
    $3,995.00 NZD
    $3,995.00 NZD
  • Hand made large New Zealand Argillite Matau, hook pendant.Hand made large New Zealand Argillite Matau, hook pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    THE GHOST
    Argillite Matau pendant, carved by Kerry Thompson This is an exceptional piece in every sense - beautifully designed and flawlessly carved ...and the finish is sublime. Things to watch for: The Stone - this is a striking piece of pale grey argillite, a colour...
    $950.00 NZD
    $950.00 NZD
  • This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade toki pendant.This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade toki pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    WHAKAAROARO
    WHAKAAROARO - a substantial hand carved toki pendant in New Zealand pounamu! Hand carved for us by Andrew Doughty. A description of this piece in the artists words... This contemporary Hei Toki is named Whakaaroaro, which means to ponder. In general, the Hei Toki...
    $648.00 NZD
    $648.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a carved manaia in bone. It is provided with a hand-plaited brown cord that is length adjustable.This picture shows a carved manaia in bone. It is provided with a hand-plaited brown cord that is length adjustable.
    NZ Pacific
    WĀ KĀINGA
    WĀ KĀINGA - True Home... hand carved bone Manaia by Andrew Doughty A description of the thinking behind this very special design by the artist... This Manaia Hook is named Wā Kāinga which means true home. This style of hook can be traced back...
    $475.00 NZD
    $475.00 NZD
  • This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade drop pendant with whale bone koru and brass inlay.This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade drop pendant with whale bone koru and brass inlay.
    NZ Pacific
    ĀKE TONU ATU
    ĀKE TONU ATU - a striking Jade drop pendant with whale bone koru and silver inlay Hand carved for us by Andrew Doughty. ĀKE TONU ATU - forever more, eternity A description explaining the ambition behind this piece from the artist... This simple Taonga...
    $698.00 NZD
    $698.00 NZD
  • This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade drop pendant with whale bone koru and brass inlay.This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade drop pendant with whale bone koru and brass inlay.
    NZ Pacific
    MUTUNGA KORE
    MUTUNGA KORE - a special Jade drop pendant with whale bone inlay Hand carved for us by Andrew Doughty. MUTUNGA KORE.... endless, eternal, perpetual, infinite A description of this beautiful piece in the artist's words... This simple Taonga is named Mutunga kore meaning endless,...
    $678.00 NZD
    $678.00 NZD
  • This is a wonderful large toki pendant. Hand made from whale bone and Jade. Delivered to you with an adjustable black cord.This is a wonderful large toki pendant. Hand made from whale bone and Jade. Delivered to you with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    TE KAHA O TE ARERO
    TE KAHA O TE ARERO - The Power of the Tongue - Hand Carved Whale Bone Toki with New Zealand Jade A legacy piece that will hold a special place in the family of whoever owns it. This is an exceptional carving thoughtfully designed...
    $798.00 NZD
    $798.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a carved manaia matau in bone with Jade and Paua shell. It is provided with a hand-plaited brown cord that is length adjustable. Free shipping worldwide.This picture shows a carved manaia matau in bone with Jade and Paua shell. It is provided with a hand-plaited brown cord that is length adjustable. Free shipping worldwide.
    NZ Pacific
    TU PAKARI
    TU PAKARI - Stand Firm Hand carved for us by Andrew Doughty. This is exquisite bone art - a beautifully handcrafted, thoughtful bone carving, made to be worn. This beautiful Manaia/Matau is carved from natural stained bone with eyes inlaid in Pāua Shell and New...
    $1,040.00 NZD
    $1,040.00 NZD
  • This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade Toki drop pendant.This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade Toki drop pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    KAHA PUMAU
    KAHA PUMAU - a finely carved drop pendant for lovers of art to wear! Hand carved by Andrew Doughty. A description of this piece in the artists words... This Hei Toki is named Kaha Pumau which means abiding strength. In general, the Hei Toki...
    $598.00 NZD
    $598.00 NZD
  • This is a wonderful, finely carved Toki pendant. It is hand carved by Andrew Doughty and we will ship it to you free anywhere in the world. Hand made from whale bone. Delivered to you with an adjustable black cord.This is a wonderful, finely carved Toki pendant. It is hand carved by Andrew Doughty and we will ship it to you free anywhere in the world. Hand made from whale bone. Delivered to you with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    KORIO
    KORIO - Swift River Current Hand carved whalebone toki pendant - artist: Andrew Doughty A legacy piece that will hold a special place in the family of whoever owns it. This is an exceptional carving thoughtfully designed and meticulously carved by Andrew Doughty.  In...
    $555.00 NZD
    $555.00 NZD
  • This is a hand carved New Zealand Jade wheku pendant. It is made from New Zealand Jade and Paua shell.This is a hand carved New Zealand Jade wheku pendant. It is made from New Zealand Jade and Paua shell.
    NZ Pacific
    TĪPUNA
    TĪPUNA - a magnificent Wheku pendant, carved in Pounamu This beautiful taonga is a medium/large sized rendering of the traditional wheku form, hewn from pale green pounamu with striking pāua shell eyes. The stylised ancestral face, with its powerful, linear features, is executed with...
    $999.00 NZD
    $999.00 NZD
  • This is a hand carved New Zealand Jade wheku pendant. It is made from New Zealand Jade and Paua shell.This is a hand carved New Zealand Jade wheku pendant. It is made from New Zealand Jade and Paua shell.
    NZ Pacific
    KORERO
    KORERO - a magnificent Wheku pendant, carved in Pounamu This is a standout piece - a powerful wheku creation that proudly reflects the culture behind the design. We have named this carving KORERO because, without a doubt, this face has a story to tell,...
    $1,555.00 NZD
    $1,555.00 NZD
  • This photo shows a beautiful jade hook with bone pendant. It is handcarved from a piece of mottled green Jade, with fascinating mauve tinges through the stone. We have this on a adjustable cord. We ship this worldwide with an express courier service. Postage is free.This photo shows a beautiful jade hook with bone pendant. It is handcarved from a piece of mottled green Jade, with fascinating mauve tinges through the stone. We have this on a adjustable cord. We ship this worldwide with an express courier service. Postage is free.
    NZ Pacific
    COLLECTORS HOOK
    COLLECTORS HOOK - A beautiful coalescence of Jade and Bone - hand made Art to Wear. A pendant to be worn and treasured, a unique work of art. The MATAU or HOOK is the sign of a proficient provider - a good hook was...
    $340.00 NZD
    $340.00 NZD
  • Hand carved large New Zealand Inanga Jade Koru with Greywacke stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Ric Moor. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.Hand carved large New Zealand Inanga Jade Koru with Greywacke stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Ric Moor. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
    NZ Pacific
    VANISHING POINT
    NEW ARRIVAL VANISHING POINT - A spectacular, Inanga Jade koru sculpture. Hand carved by New Zealand Master Jade Carver - Ric Moor. ONE ONLY VANISHING POINT is a large Koru sculpture carved from rare inanga jade. This is one of two pieces carved by...
    $8,650.00 NZD
    $8,650.00 NZD
  • Hand carved small New Zealand Inanga jade twist pendant.Hand carved small New Zealand Inanga jade twist pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    THE PALE EMBRACE
    THE PALE EMBRACE - A lovely and delicate New Zealand Inanga Jade twist, carved for us by Ric Moor. This piece is all about the jade! Take a look at this wonderful piece of pale green inanga jade - the colour of a light...
    $348.00 NZD
    $348.00 NZD
  • Hand carved smaller sized, New Zealand jade twist pendant. Carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific.Hand carved smaller sized, New Zealand jade twist pendant. Carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific.
    NZ Pacific
    UNITED IN LOVE
    UNITED IN LOVE - a beautifully balanced, strong twist pendant carved in New Zealand Kawakawa Jade by Ric Moor. Solid and gleeful - this is a wonderful unisex piece that can be worn by anyone! The twist design is locally called a 'Pikorua' and...
    $448.00 NZD
    $448.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a hand carved jade koru pendant. It is a deep green colour and is a wonderful, piece of jewellery. The cord is a four plait black colour and adjustable so that you can position the pendant where it suits you best. Delivery is free worldwide.This picture shows a hand carved jade koru pendant. It is a deep green colour and is a wonderful, piece of jewellery. The cord is a four plait black colour and adjustable so that you can position the pendant where it suits you best. Delivery is free worldwide.
    NZ Pacific
    CLOUD WATCHING
    CLOUD WATCHING - Hand carved by Ric Moor, this is a large koru carved from New Zealand pounamu. The Jade used for this koru is both alluring and mysterious. It is a dark sage green colour with wispy, speckled pale inclusions dispersed throughout. This...
    $588.00 NZD
    $588.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a hand carved jade koru pendant. It is a deep green colour and is a wonderful, large sized piece of jewellery. The cord is a four plait black colour and adjustable so that you can position the pendant where it suits you best. This koru was carved for us by Ric Moor. Delivery is free worldwide.This picture shows a hand carved jade koru pendant. It is a deep green colour and is a wonderful, large sized piece of jewellery. The cord is a four plait black colour and adjustable so that you can position the pendant where it suits you best. This koru was carved for us by Ric Moor. Delivery is free worldwide.
    NZ Pacific
    TAONGA TUKU IHO
    TAONGA TUKU IHO - Heritage, a large koru carved from New Zealand Marsden jade, also called greenstone. This particular stone is called Marsden after the region the jade comes from. It is prized by carvers for its consistency and quality - they like to...
    $598.00 NZD
    $598.00 NZD
  • Hand carved Toki pendant 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 Toki pendant 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.
    NZ Pacific
    ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT
    ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT - Hand Carved New Zealand Flower Jade Toki Pendant Here's a toki for anyone with an ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT! Carved from Marsden Flower Jade, this toki exhibits everything we love about our unique stone. Slip it on and head off on your next...
    $398.00 NZD
    $398.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a jade hook pendant, also called a hei-matau, carved for us in New Zealand jade. The cord is a four-plait, adjustable black coloured necklace.This picture shows a jade hook pendant, also called a hei-matau, carved for us in New Zealand jade. The cord is a four-plait, adjustable black coloured necklace.
    NZ Pacific
    SILENT CURRENT
    SILENT CURRENT - Hand Carved New Zealand Jade Hook Pendant Ric's skilled craftsmanship makes use of the mossy-green hue of this pounamu perfectly.  His soft matte finish has produced a matau pendant that is both stylish and comfortable to wear. Ric has refined his own...
    $448.00 NZD
    $448.00 NZD
  • Hand carved New Zealand flower jade, twist pendant.Hand carved New Zealand flower jade, twist pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    PIVOT
    PIVOT - Hand Carved Twist Pendant in New Zealand Marsden Jade PIVOT - a word we have all heard a lot over recent times. The point on which we change direction... this pendant is a great reference for the concept of 'change to grow'....
    $598.00 NZD
    $598.00 NZD
  • This piece is a fine, delicate drop shaped, single twist pendant. It was carved for us by Ric Moor from a lovely deep green piece of New Zealand jade. It is suspended on an black four plaited braided cord that is length adjustable.This piece is a fine, delicate drop shaped, single twist pendant. It was carved for us by Ric Moor from a lovely deep green piece of New Zealand jade. It is suspended on an black four plaited braided cord that is length adjustable.
    NZ Pacific
    HERMES
    HERMES - a deep green, New Zealand Jade pikorua. We have named this piece HERMES the patron of making connections. The twist is a symbol of connection. In its simple form, like this one, it general relates to a connection between two people - an unbreakable...
    $525.00 NZD
    $525.00 NZD
  • Hand carved small sized, New Zealand Inanga jade twist pendant.Hand carved small sized, New Zealand Inanga jade twist pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    YOU LIGHT ME UP
    YOU LIGHT ME UP - a sublime little twist pendant, carved in jade This is a unique piece carved in the 'softest' coloured stone you will see! A gorgeous Inanga jade from New Zealand - the colour is a subtle and beautiful pale bluey/green,...
    $398.00 NZD
    $398.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a hand carved jade koru pendant. It is a darker green colour which is quite translucent where the jade is thin. The cord is hand plaited and adjustable so that you can position the pendant where it suits you best.This picture shows a hand carved jade koru pendant. It is a darker green colour which is quite translucent where the jade is thin. The cord is hand plaited and adjustable so that you can position the pendant where it suits you best.
    NZ Pacific
    WAVE OF WISDOM
    WAVE OF WISDOM - a beautiful Marsden Jade Koru Pendant This is a gorgeous piece in every sense! Carved from a superb piece of dark green jade, finely carved and beautifully finished - a bold and beautiful Koru pendant! The stone is faultless and...
    $745.00 NZD
    $745.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a hand carved New Zealand jade koru pendantThis picture shows a hand carved New Zealand jade koru pendant
    NZ Pacific
    TIDAL RIP
    TIDAL RIP is a large koru carved from New Zealand Pounamu, Jade. Hand carved by Ric Moor. In skilled hands, some beautiful work is produced from jade - this is a wonderful example of 'carving to the stone'. Ric has produced a beautiful, large...
    $728.00 NZD
    $728.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a large traditional manaia pendant carved in New Zealand Jade with Paua shell eyes.This picture shows a large traditional manaia pendant carved in New Zealand Jade with Paua shell eyes.
    NZ Pacific
    GOT YOUR BACK
    GOT YOUR BACK - A Large Traditional Manaia Pendant, Hand Carved in Pounamu with Striking Pāua Shell eyes. Hand carved for us by Donna Summers, GOT YOUR BACK is made from New Zealand jade with beautifully formed and coloured pāua shell eyes. A magnificent piece of...
    $728.00 NZD
    $728.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a traditional manaia with hook pendant carved in New Zealand Jade.This picture shows a traditional manaia with hook pendant carved in New Zealand Jade.
    NZ Pacific
    MENTOR
    MENTOR - Traditional Totoweka Pounamu Manaia Pendant Hand carved for us by Donna Summers, MENTOR is made from New Zealand Totoweka jade. What defines this piece are the darker inclusions and the hint of red in the stone... features that give this type of jade its...
    $580.00 NZD
    $580.00 NZD
  • Large Jade Niho with Koru pendant. Hand carved from a lovely piece of local New Zealand Jade.Large Jade Niho with Koru pendant. Hand carved from a lovely piece of local New Zealand Jade.
    NZ Pacific
    UNITED WE STAND
    UNITED WE STAND - Jade Niho pendant with double koru design A large, gorgeous organic piece of jade art, hand carved by Aaron Tabak. This piece exemplifies the two essential skills needed to create unforgettable jade art: a bold artistic vision and the talent to...
    $888.00 NZD
    $888.00 NZD

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