Contemporary

Traditional carving is evolving continually and this produces some wonderful contemporary pieces that incorporate elements of current artistic creativity with more traditional forms and symbolism.

The pieces in this collection display creative direction that we believe deserves to be identified as contemporary. Where there are traditional forms and symbolism incorporated we have explained this in the individual carving or art descriptions. We hope you enjoy these as much as we do!

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  • Mother of Pearl with Opal and Sterling Silver pendantMan wearing Mother of Pearl and Sterling Silver necklace
    NZ Pacific
    STARLIGHT
    STARLIGHT - handmade Mother of Pearl, Opal and Sterling Silver Pendant. STARLIGHT is a gorgeous pendant, handcrafted by jeweller Michel Girardin. Michel comes from a long line of Swiss jewellers and learned his craft within the family tradition. His formal training was at La...
    $631.00 AUD
    $631.00 AUD
  • Bone carving of a lizard climbing. A three dimensional pendant carved in bone by Yuri Terenyi.Bone carving of a lizard climbing. A three dimensional pendant carved in bone by Yuri Terenyi.
    NZ Pacific
    THE THINKER
    THE THINKER - This is a wonderful carving - a lizard form carved in relief on a bone drop. It's fanciful - the lizard has two tails, one side is crawling up the pendant and the other back down.  Yuri has stained this piece...
    $234.00 AUD
    $293.00 AUD
    $234.00 AUD
  • This piece is a hand made bracelet. It is made from selected pieces of woolly mammoth tusk which we have cut and polished and then inset into a sterling silver bracelet. It is a very striking piece one of a kind and truly beautiful.This piece is a hand made bracelet. It is made from selected pieces of woolly mammoth tusk which we have cut and polished and then inset into a sterling silver bracelet. It is a very striking piece one of a kind and truly beautiful.
    NZ Pacific
    ANCIENT EMBRACE
    ANCIENT EMBRACE - made from woolly mammoth tusk pieces which we have hand cut and polished and set into a solid sterling silver bracelet. This is a solid piece we designed to highlight the beautiful soft tones in the material and its marvellous grain....
    $831.00 AUD
    $831.00 AUD
  • Beautiful Pendant, Hand Crafted in New Zealand Jade and Sterling SilverBeautiful Pendant, Hand Crafted in New Zealand Jade and Sterling Silver
    NZ Pacific
    OSTARA
    OSTARA - handcrafted New Zealand Jade and Sterling Silver Pendant. This pendant by Swiss jeweller Michel Girardin features a beautiful oval piece of dark New Zealand jade, framed in sterling silver. The jade is rich and deep in colour, with a smooth, polished surface...
    $635.00 AUD
    $635.00 AUD
  • Hand made Paua Shell and Sterling Silver earringsWoman wearing paua shell and sterling silver earrings
    NZ Pacific
    ELATION
    ELATION - handcrafted Paua Shell and Sterling Silver Drop Earrings. A gorgeous look for your ears! Discover the beauty of Paua and Sterling Silver with our ELATION earrings, handcrafted by Swiss artist Michel Girardin. At its heart lies wonderful Paua Shell paired with beautiful Sterling...
    $340.00 AUD
    $340.00 AUD
  • Hand carved deer antler pod pendant with brass containerHand carved deer antler pod pendant with brass container
    NZ Pacific
    GUARDIAN POD
    Guardian Pod – Functional Art for Life's Essentials A masterwork of wearable utility, GUARDIAN POD is a hand-carved pendant that discreetly conceals a watertight brass container within its sculpted form. Crafted from genuine deer antler, the outer casing features an intricate woven design that...
    $358.00 AUD
    $358.00 AUD
  • This is a hand carved love heart pendant made from your choice of either Black Jade or Red Jasper Stone with sterling silver. This is a superbly carved and very unique piece if custom jewellery. For sale online from NZ Pacific.This is a handcarved love heart pendant made from a gorgeous and striking piece of Black Jade with sterling silver. This is a superbly carved and very unique piece if custom jewellery. For sale online from NZ Pacific.
    NZ Pacific
    LOVESTRUCK
    LOVESTRUCK - on the edge of distraction This pendant is for the space between the break and the bloom. Crafted from smooth, grounding black jade, or red jasper, and sterling silver, it takes the universal symbol of the heart and honours its fracture. A...
    $331.00 AUD
    $331.00 AUD
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  • Magnificent Ancient Woolly Mammoth Tusk Rhino PendantRhino pendant carved in Woolly Mammoth Tusk
    NZ Pacific
    RHINO
    RHINO - hand carved Rhinoceros pendant - from genuine fossilised, woolly mammoth tusk. Born from the frozen tusk of an Ice Age mammoth, this pendant captures the soul of the African rhino. Rendered in the ivory of another magnificent giant lost to time, the choice...
    $382.00 AUD
    $382.00 AUD
  • Woman wearing paua shell and sterling silver necklacePaua Shell with Sterling Silver pendant
    NZ Pacific
    RIVIERA
    RIVIERA - handcrafted Pāua and Sterling Silver Pendant. Alluring and Lustrous Art to Wear! Made from New Zealand pāua shell and sterling silver, RIVIERA is a simple piece elevated by superb design. The pāua is cut into an organic form, its rich blues and...
    $294.00 AUD
    $294.00 AUD
  • A hand carved crocodile pendant carved from a piece of deer antler. This is a work of art carved by Fumio Noguchi who is renowned for his skill in bone carving.A hand carved crocodile pendant carved from a piece of deer antler. This is a work of art carved by Fumio Noguchi who is renowned for his skill in bone carving.
    NZ Pacific
    SWAMP SECURITY
    SWAMP SECURITY - Hand carved CROCODILE netsuke in deer antler Carved in detail with a touch of humour - a life-like, engaging and very special piece made to be worn! ART TO WEAR (or display). Meet SWAMP SECURITY!  Fumio Noguchi has carved this crocodile with...
    $788.00 AUD
    $788.00 AUD
  • An Egyptian Eye of Horus pyramid pendant, hand made for us from Australian Black Jade. This pendant is provided with an adjustable black cord.An Egyptian Eye of Horus pyramid pendant, hand made for us from Australian Black Jade. This pendant is provided with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    EYE OF HORUS
    Black Jade Eye of Horus Pendant – Sleek Geometry in Stone Embrace ancient wisdom with modern style! Our Eye of Horus pendant is beautifully carved from Black Jade, a stone known for its powerful protective and grounding properties. The rich, dark jade highlights this...
    $297.00 AUD
    $297.00 AUD
  • Black Mother of Pearl with Opal and Sterling Silver pendantWoman wearing Aurora necklace
    NZ Pacific
    AURORA
    AURORA - Hand Crafted Tahitian Black Mother of Pearl with Australian Opal and Sterling Silver Pendant. This piece is an absolute stunner! AURORA is a striking piece by Swiss jeweller Michel Girardin. It features a large, round disc of Tahitian black Mother of Pearl...
    $706.00 AUD
    $706.00 AUD
  • A Wonderful Black Jade Phoenix PendantA Wonderful Black Jade Phoenix Pendant
    NZ Pacific
    MIDNIGHT PHOENIX
    MIDNIGHT PHOENIX - Hand Carved Black Jade Phoenix Pendant with Sterling Silver Bale Hand carved in black jade, this is a gorgeous, stylised bird pendant carved with the Phoenix as its inspiration. This beauty is ready to take flight! Carved in a silky smooth, polished...
    $416.00 AUD
    $416.00 AUD
  • Sterling Silver Plane Pendants for Travel LoversSterling Silver Plane Pendants for Travel Lovers
    NZ Pacific
    ATLAS
    ATLAS - Hand Made Sterling Silver Pendants for Travel Lovers! ATLAS - World Traveler This pendant captures that singular moment of lift-off... that small miracle when tons of metal and machinery decide to trust the air and become something lighter. The aircrafts form simple...
    $254.00 AUD
    $254.00 AUD
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  • Mookaite Jasper drop pendant with Sterling SilverMookaite Jasper drop pendant with Sterling Silver
    NZ Pacific
    VITALITY
    VITALITY – Mookaite Jasper Pendant in Sterling Silver Hand-selected for its fiery swirls of crimson, ochre, and grey, each Mookaite Jasper cabochon holds the ancient warmth of the earth. We set these in a sleek, hand-finished frame of solid Sterling Silver - letting the...
    $338.00 AUD
    $338.00 AUD
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  • Hand carved jasper stone happy, sad and angry face pendantsHand carved jasper stone happy, sad and angry face pendants
    NZ Pacific
    MERCURIAL
    MERCURIAL - Hand Carved Jasper Mood Pendants... wear your mood! Some days you're beaming. Some days you're simmering. We decided to help you let the world know how you're feeling in a subtle and fun way!  Now it's easy... with our whimsical trio of...
    $618.00 AUD
    $618.00 AUD
  • Snakeskin Agate contemporary drop pendant with black jade and woolly mammoth tusk beads. Hand carved for you by NZ Pacific.Snakeskin Agate contemporary drop pendant with black jade and woolly mammoth tusk beads. Hand carved for you by NZ Pacific.
    NZ Pacific
    TANGERINE
    TANGERINE - a contemporary drop pendant made with striking Snakeskin Agate, Woolly Mammoth and Black Jade beads. We love combining unusual materials to create eye-catching, original pendants - TANGERINE is a great example of this. This striking necklace showcases a trio of carefully selected beads,...
    $161.00 AUD
    $161.00 AUD
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  • Hand crafted black jade and sterling silver spider necklace. This necklace is provided with a black adjustable cord. Contemporary black jade spider necklace with sterling silver. Delivered with express courier and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand crafted black jade and sterling silver spider necklace. This necklace is provided with a red adjustable cord. Contemporary black jade spider necklace with sterling silver. Delivered with express courier and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
    NZ Pacific
    BLACK WIDOW
      BLACK WIDOW - A friendly spider carved in Black Jade with with Sterling Silver.  BLACK WIDOW is a visually striking necklace, that combines artistry and craftsmanship beautifully. The Silver contrasts the Black Jade producing an edgy, unusual pendant that will be perfect for...
    $425.00 AUD
    $425.00 AUD
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  • Three women laughing together outdoors, one wearing black jade heart necklaceThis is a handcarved love heart pendant made from a gorgeous and striking piece of Black Jade with gold plated silver. This is a superbly carved and very unique piece if custom jewellery. For sale online from NZ Pacific.
    NZ Pacific
    THE POWER OF ATTRACTION
    THE POWER OF ATTRACTION - Gorgeous Heart pendants carved in Black Jade and Jasper with Gold Plated Sterling Silver. A little about the design... THE PHOENIX HEART This pendant is for the woman who carries her history not as a hidden wound, but as...
    $369.00 AUD
    $369.00 AUD
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  • Hand carved bone earrings. Hand made by Amanda Thompson. One only bone earrings. Real bone art to wear. Free Shipping worldwide.Hand carved bone earrings. Hand made by Amanda Thompson. One only bone earrings. Real bone art to wear. Free Shipping worldwide.
    NZ Pacific
    DREAMWEAVER
    DREAMWEAVER - handcrafted bone earrings. Solid, stylish and eye-catching. Perfect for any occasion, they offer a unique and fascinating look. Whether you're dressing up for a special occasion or adding a touch of sophistication to your everyday look, these earrings will turn heads. A...
    $473.00 AUD
    $473.00 AUD
  • Hand carved black jade bat pendant with sterling silverHand carved black jade bat pendant with sterling silver
    NZ Pacific
    ROOSTING
    ROOSTING - A very cool bat pendant carved in black jade with sterling silver, this piece is a beauty! At rest, yet ever watchful.Bats don't perch - they roost. This little companion is carved mid-roost, wings folded, claws gently gripping a moonlit branch. He's not...
    $595.00 AUD
    $595.00 AUD
  • A hand carved toki pendant made from New Zealand Aroha Stone. This is a smaller sized and visually striking piece of art to wear.A hand carved toki pendant made from New Zealand Aroha Stone. This is a smaller sized and visually striking piece of art to wear.
    NZ Pacific
    MAUVE
    MAUVE - hand-carved toki pendant, made from Aroha stone. This is a lovely pendant carved from an uplifting pink/purple piece of New Zealand Aroha Stone that glitters in the light. MAUVE is the perfect carving if you are looking for a small but expressive symbol...
    $167.00 AUD
    $167.00 AUD
  • Hand made woolly mammoth tusk fanshell necklace with Sterling Silver. Mammoth tusk fanshell pendant with Sterling silver surround and chain. Made by NZ Pacific and sale online only.woman wearing fanshell necklace
    NZ Pacific
    FANSHELL
    FANSHELL - ocean art meets ancient history! Hand carved FANSHELL necklace made from Woolly Mammoth tusk. These are beautiful, eye-catching pendants in the gorgeous pale, golden hues that are unique to mammoth tusk. Watch the short video to get a sense of their shape and the...
    $229.00 AUD
    $229.00 AUD
  • This is a handcrafted aotea stone pendant. This is a solid little work of art. We ship this worldwide for free and are happy to answer any questions that you may have about these or other products on our website.This is a handcrafted aotea stone pendant. This is a solid little work of art. We ship this worldwide for free and are happy to answer any questions that you may have about these or other products on our website.
    NZ Pacific
    BLUE LIGHT
    BLUE LIGHT - RARE AND BEAUTIFUL! This is a piece carved from rare New Zealand Aotea stone. A material found in a very small area in South Westland and prized for the beautiful blue, blue/white colours in the stone. BLUE LIGHT exhibits these colours beautifully. The design...
    $553.00 AUD
    $553.00 AUD
  • Hand carved Owl pendants, hand made for us from British Columbian Jade.Owl pendants, hand made in deer antler and jade.
    NZ Pacific
    KNOWLEDGE
    KNOWLEDGE - Hand Carved British Columbian Jade Owl Pendants KNOWLEDGE - we carved this piece to symbolise wisdom, knowledge and guidance. What better way to express these ideals than with a wise old owl! KNOWLEDGE is carved from a gorgeous apple green Jade. Each piece varies...
    $382.00 AUD
    $382.00 AUD
  • This pendant is a hand carved boat paddle. We have carved this with a Black jade blade or a green jade blade with a hardwood and sterling silver handle. Provided with a sterling silver chain.This pendant is a hand carved boat paddle. We have carved this with a Black jade blade or a green jade blade with a hardwood and sterling silver handle. Provided with a sterling silver chain.
    NZ Pacific
    PADDLE ON
    PADDLE ON Beautiful hand made paddle pendants. The handle is carved from hard wood with a sterling silver grip. The blade is hand carved from Australian Black Jade or Green Nephrite Jade. We have two options available - your choice of either a black...
    $303.00 AUD
    $303.00 AUD
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  • Hand made large New Zealand argillite toki pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand by Rueben Tipene. Hand made jewellery. Unique large argillite Toki with adjustable cord. Free shipping worldwide.TAUTOKO
    NZ Pacific
    TAUTOKO
    TAUTOKO - Support Meet TAUTOKO, a slender finely carved, toki crafted to embody the essence of support, looking out for your family, friends and community. TAUTOKO is a very clean drop-shaped toki with a subtle koru design carved into the front face. A beautiful traditional...
    $596.00 AUD
    $596.00 AUD
  • Small Butterfly design pendant carved in Red Agate. Real Agate jewellery for sale online with NZ Pacific. Small butterfly pendant hand made in red agate, provided with adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Small Butterfly design pendant carved in Red Agate. Real Agate jewellery for sale online with NZ Pacific. Small butterfly pendant hand made in red agate, provided with adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
    NZ Pacific
    SCARLET
    SCARLET Imagine a delicate butterfly, expertly carved from radiant, soft red agate, catching the light with every one of its graceful movements. Its wings, kissed by nature's fiery hues, flutter with a life of their own, ready to take flight at any moment. This...
    $331.00 AUD
    $331.00 AUD
  • This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade and Bone necklace that can also be displayed as a sculpture with wooden stand.This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade and Bone necklace that can also be displayed as a sculpture with wooden stand.
    NZ Pacific
    RERE RATAPU
    RERE RATAPU - Sunday Glide A significant work of art, suitable for both wearing and display. Hand carved by Andrew Doughty, this substantial necklace is crafted from bone with inlays of jade, pāua shell, and brass, and is accompanied by a wooden display stand....
    $1,917.00 AUD
    $1,917.00 AUD
  • This is a hand carved bat pendant. It is made from New Zealand Jade and Sterling Silver. This is a medium sized necklace and is a very unique, one only, pendant that is a collectors piece. Provided with black adjustable cord.This is a hand carved bat pendant. It is made from New Zealand Jade and Sterling Silver. This is a medium sized necklace and is a very unique, one only, pendant that is a collectors piece. Provided with black adjustable cord.
    NZ Pacific
    PIPISTRELLO
    PIPISTRELLO - Silver and New Zealand Jade Pekapeka Pendant Look at the photos and the video to appreciate the quality of the design and the gorgeous execution - a genuine little work of art! The entire silver structure has been thoughtfully oxidised to accentuate...
    $680.00 AUD
    $680.00 AUD

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