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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  • 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
  • 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...
    $518.00 NZD
    $648.00 NZD
    $518.00 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 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...
    $272.00 NZD
    $340.00 NZD
    $272.00 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 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...
    $358.40 NZD
    $448.00 NZD
    $358.40 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
  • SILENT CURRENTThis 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...
    $358.40 NZD
    $448.00 NZD
    $358.40 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'....
    $478.40 NZD
    $598.00 NZD
    $478.40 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
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  • 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 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
  • This picture shows a Labradorite stone toki pendant that we have hand carved.This picture shows a Labradorite stone toki pendant that we have hand carved.
    NZ Pacific
    AZURE TOKI
    AZURE TOKI - A super cool, contemporary, toki pendant. This one is full of surprises! Carved from a select piece of Labradorite, this toki pendant is a piece of captured magic. Its sleek, contemporary form belies a hidden, dynamic world within. Presenting a serene,...
    $260.00 NZD
    $325.00 NZD
    $260.00 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.
    NZ Pacific
    HARIKOA
    HARIKOA - a wonderful, Harikoa (happy), baby HEI TIKI pendant. Named ‘HARIKOA’ for its unmistakably vibrant spirit. This tiki is meticulously hand-carved from a beautifully patterned piece of pounamu. The traditional form is infused with fluid contours that radiate positivity. This pendant serves as...
    $1,350.00 NZD
    $1,350.00 NZD
  • Man wearing bronze hook pendantA beautiful hand made, bronze matau pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    THE FIRST LAUNCH
    THE FIRST LAUNCH - Bronze Matau pendant Embrace the power of heritage with this bold bronze Matau pendant, a striking fusion of ancient symbolism and contemporary design. Fishing was a sacred activity for early māori - the ability to feed family gave mana, so the...
    $710.40 NZD
    $888.00 NZD
    $710.40 NZD
  • A beautiful hand made, bronze tiki pendant.A beautiful hand made, bronze tiki pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    TIME CAPSULE
    TIME CAPSULE HEI TIKI - visually powerful Bronze Tiki pendant Embrace the strength and spirit of the tiki with this handcast bronze pendant, a bold reimagining of a classic symbol. Crafted in solid, weighty bronze, this piece feels substantial in the hand and powerful...
    $988.00 NZD
    $988.00 NZD
  • This is a handcrafted aotea stone Hook pendant.This is a handcrafted aotea stone Hook pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    OCEAN GIANT
    OCEAN GIANT: A Matau Pendant in New Zealand Aotea Stone OCEAN GIANT is a commanding Matau pendant, hand-carved from vibrant, rare Aotea stone from New Zealand’s South Westland. This substantial piece, measuring 72mm in length, features a strong, angular design that emphasises both its...
    $550.40 NZD
    $688.00 NZD
    $550.40 NZD
  • This is a handcrafted aotea stone Toki pendant.This is a handcrafted aotea stone Toki pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    EMERALD FOREST
    EMERALD FOREST: Toki Pendant in New Zealand Aotea Stone EMERALD FOREST is a striking toki, hand-carved from rare New Zealand Aotea stone. This exceptionally beautiful material is found only in limited quantities in the remote reaches of South Westland. Worn to provide strength in...
    $398.00 NZD
    $398.00 NZD
  • This is a large hand carved New Zealand Jade wheku pendant. It is made from New Zealand Jade and Paua shell.This is a large hand carved New Zealand Jade wheku pendant. It is made from New Zealand Jade and Paua shell.
    NZ Pacific
    WHEKU
    WHEKU - a large Wheku sculpture Ancestral Visage in Pounamu This commanding sculptural piece is a large scale rendering of the traditional wheku form, hewn from dark green pounamu. The stylised ancestral face, with its powerful, linear features, is executed with formidable precision. As...
    $2,555.00 NZD
    $2,555.00 NZD
  • Hand carved pounamu niho, drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.Hand carved pounamu niho, drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.
    NZ Pacific
    WITHIN THE MARSH
    WITHIN THE MARSH - A finely carved, small niho pendant. When held to the light, WITHIN THE MARSH has a wonderful marmalade orange glow in the Jade. This is a very small piece, gorgeous jade and perfect if you are looking for a delicate...
    $185.00 NZD
    $185.00 NZD
  • Hand carved from a lovely piece of local New Zealand Jade. We have suspended this from a olive cord which can be adjusted with a couple of slip knots.Hand carved from a lovely piece of local New Zealand Jade. We have suspended this from a olive cord which can be adjusted with a couple of slip knots.
    NZ Pacific
    MIDNIGHT HOUR
    MIDNIGHT HOUR - a solid, traditional toki pendant carved in New Zealand pounamu Carved by Donna Summers this toki is a clean, crisp design and will appeal to those of you looking for a large, sleek and visually 'strong' pendant. Donna has selected a...
    $448.00 NZD
    $448.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a large hand-carved contemporary koru pendant. It is carved from New Zealand Kokopu jade and is suspended from a hand-plaited, black cord.This picture shows a large hand-carved contemporary koru pendant. It is carved from New Zealand Kokopu jade and is suspended from a hand-plaited, black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    MOTHERLAND
    MOTHERLAND - Kokopu Jade Koru Pendant The Pounamu used for this medium-large sized and beautifully carved Koru is stunning! A truly original and unique carving made from kokopu jade with colours and inclusions we are unlikely to see again! Hold MOTHERLAND up to the...
    $426.00 NZD
    $568.00 NZD
    $426.00 NZD
  • Hand crafted large, New Zealand Jade toki earrings with Sterling Silver Hooks. Jade toki earrings, packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand crafted large, New Zealand Jade toki earrings with Sterling Silver Hooks. Jade toki earrings, packaged in a woven kete pouch.
    NZ Pacific
    LEAD WITH LOVE
    LEAD WITH LOVE - Unique Pounamu Toki Earrings Beautifully designed, handcrafted toki design earrings. LEAD WITH LOVE are something a little different from our friend and jade artist - Donna Summers. Carved from a beautiful translucent New Zealand pounamu, this traditional design - the toki,...
    $428.00 NZD
    $428.00 NZD
  • Hand carved contemporary jade koru jewellery. Made by Donna Summers for NZ Pacific from New Zealand greenstone.Hand carved contemporary jade koru jewellery. Made by Donna Summers for NZ Pacific from New Zealand greenstone.
    NZ Pacific
    OCULUS RIDGE
    OCULUS RIDGE - Jade Koru A beautiful, bold, contemporary koru pendant carved in New Zealand jade. Donna Summers’ precise, fluid carving highlights the stone’s natural drama, balancing strength with subtlety. If you appreciate the quiet power of natural beauty this might be the pendant...
    $388.00 NZD
    $388.00 NZD
  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade hook pendant.Hand carved New Zealand Jade hook pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    POUNAMU MIST
    POUNAMU MIST - Pounamu Matau Pendant Carved from luminous, bright green jade, this matau (hook) pendant is a bold statement of craftsmanship and natural beauty.  Made by Donna Summers, POUNAMU MIST is crafted from a distinctive piece of New Zealand jade, showcasing a striking interplay...
    $398.00 NZD
    $398.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a large deep green large jade koru pendant, also called a koru, carved for us in New Zealand jade. The cord is a four-plait, adjustable black coloured necklace.This picture shows a large deep green large jade koru pendant, also called a koru, carved for us in New Zealand jade. The cord is a four-plait, adjustable black coloured necklace.
    NZ Pacific
    GOSSAMER
    GOSSAMER - a fine jade koru pendant Carved from radiant, translucent pounamu, this compact koru pendant captures light like a droplet of spring water. The stone’s vivid green hue is threaded with wispy, cloud-like veils that seem to drift beneath its polished surface. Though...
    $424.00 NZD
    $424.00 NZD
  • This koru is carved from a very striking New Zealand jade.This koru is carved from a very striking New Zealand jade.
    NZ Pacific
    DREAMS I SEE
    DREAMS I SEE - jade koru pendant Carved from a beautiful piece of bright green Pounamu, a very fine Marsden jade. DREAMS I SEE was carved for us by Donna Summers, a great artist and carver. She has a fine touch and handles the stone with...
    $466.00 NZD
    $466.00 NZD
  • This picture shows a large hand carved jade koru pendant. It is a darker green colour which is quite translucent where the jade is thin. Although a large piece, it is a wonderful, delicate piece of jewellery. The cord is hand plaited and adjustable so that you can position the pendant where it suits you best.This picture shows a large hand carved jade koru pendant. It is a darker green colour which is quite translucent where the jade is thin. Although a large piece, it is a wonderful, delicate piece of jewellery. The cord is hand plaited and adjustable so that you can position the pendant where it suits you best.
    NZ Pacific
    SILHOUETTE
    SILHOUETTE - Hand Carved Koru by Donna Summers Crafted by artist Donna Summers from pristine totoweka inanga pounamu, this large jade koru is a masterpiece of form and texture. The stone’s rich, earthy tones - brushed with deep reds and greens - create a...
    $788.00 NZD
    $788.00 NZD

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