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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  • This is a hand carved seal pendant made from a gorgeous and striking piece of black jade stone. Delivered with adjustable cord.Black Jade seal pendant on a rocky coastal landscape with ocean waves.
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    ORCA ESCAPE
    ORCA ESCAPE – Black Jade Seal Pendant This little rebel has dodged destiny - carved from glossy black jade, our seal pendant looks like it just burst from the ocean, slick and shining, moments after a dramatic orca escape. The stone’s natural gleam mimics wet fur...
    €206,95 EUR
    €24,95 EUR
    €206,95 EUR
  • Contemporary pendant hand carved from Australian Black Jade. Designed and made by NZ Pacific. All hand carved in Black Jade and provided with adjustable cords.Contemporary pendant hand carved from Australian Black Jade. Designed and made by NZ Pacific. All hand carved in Black Jade and provided with adjustable cords.
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    GRETCHEN
    CONTEMPORARY BLACK JADE PENDANT Discover beauty and sophistication with the GRETCHEN pendant. The perfect statement piece, it is hand-carved from lustrous black jade to create a timeless yet modern design. Wear it and instantly add a touch of elegance to any look. GRETCHEN is...
    €176,95 EUR
    €176,95 EUR
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  • This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Huia bird pendant with Siberian Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Huia bird pendant with Siberian Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
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    WATCHFUL HUIA
    WATCHFUL HUIA - a male Huia bird in sterling silver Crafted in fine detail, this is a gorgeous pendant, a representation of this delightful (now extinct) bird cast in sterling silver with a pale Siberian jade wattle! This is the male - they have...
    €321,95 EUR
    €321,95 EUR
  • Hand carved ONI NI KANABO Pendant. Made from Red Deer antler in New Zealand. Unique Japanese necklace hand made from deer antler by master bone carver Fumio Noguchi. Spectacular collectable work of art, made to wear. One only pendant, delivered to you at no extra cost with express courier.Hand carved ONI NI KANABO Pendant. Made from Red Deer antler in New Zealand. Unique Japanese necklace hand made from deer antler by master bone carver Fumio Noguchi. Spectacular collectable work of art, made to wear. One only pendant, delivered to you at no extra cost with express courier.
    NZ Pacific
    ONI NI KANABO
    ONI NI KANABO - Spiky Bat - art made to wear and display.... ONI NI KANABO Japanese proverb says "Oni ni Kanabo" that means "Almighty". If you let Oni have a Metal Bat (Spiked Club), he will be strongest, Almighty. A magnificent carving, hand crafted from a character-filled...
    €1.096,95 EUR
    €1.096,95 EUR
  • A beautiful hand carved, New Zealand Jade Matau, hook pendant.A beautiful hand carved, New Zealand Jade Matau, hook pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    ANCHOR AND ASPIRE
    ANCHOR AND ASPIRE - a large and charismatic Matau carved from gorgeous New Zealand Jade. ANCHOR AND ASPIRE is a gorgeous weighty matau, a contemporary pendant carved from a beautiful piece of New Zealand greenstone. Comprising manaia and matau designs, this is a glorious...
    €518,95 EUR
    €518,95 EUR
  • A beautiful hand carved, New Zealand Jade waka pendant.Person wearing jade pendant
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    WAKA'S WANDERLUST
    WAKA'S WANDERLUST - a marvellous pendant depicting a travelling trio in a waka. This New Zealand Jade necklace is one to wear while you embrace your journey through life. WAKA'S WANDERLUST is carved by Nick Balme in great detail. It tells a little story...
    €877,95 EUR
    €877,95 EUR
  • Hand carved jade flower bud open ring with sterling silver.Hand carved jade flower bud open ring with sterling silver.
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    GREENSTONE BLOOM
    GREENSTONE BLOOM - Hand made Flower Bud ring in Silver and Jade Introducing the exquisite Aotearoa Bud Ring by artisan Madelyne Gourdin. This adjustable open ring cups a captivating heart of New Zealand pounamu, its deep-green hues holding the quiet mystery of ancient southern forests....
    €337,95 EUR
    €337,95 EUR
  • This little piece is a hand carved möbius ribbon pendant. We've carved this from Nephrite Jade. It has very subtle colour variations in the stone and is a delightful, small and artistic piece of jewellery.Woman tending to plants in a rustic indoor setting wearing jade pendant
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    ZIGZAG
    ZIGZAG - Hand made Möbius ribbon pendant. An exquisite, finely carved little work of art! ZIGZAG is carved from jade. We have aimed for something that looks imperfect, but captures the lovely endless form of this remarkable shape. This piece meanders around the loop, is very...
    €150,95 EUR
    €150,95 EUR
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  • Snow Jade, Jasper, Black Jade and Green Jade stone stack pendant with sterling silver chain.Person wearing a necklace with a pendant in a natural setting
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    PEACEFUL DREAMING
    PEACEFUL DREAMING - A stone stack pendant, carved in Snow Jade, Red Jasper, Australian Black Jade, Green Jade with Sterling Silver post. The stones move freely on the post - up and down, round and round. This is a fantastic work of ART TO...
    From €305,95 EUR
    From €305,95 EUR
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  • GINKGO RINGWoman holding a mug with a close-up of silver and jade ring
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    GINKGO RING
    GINKGO RING - Hand made Ginkgo ring in Silver and Jade Get ready to fall in love with this adjustable Ginkgo ring from artist Madelyne Gourdin - a true wearable work of art that actually fits! At its heart, you’ll find a stunning piece...
    €337,95 EUR
    €337,95 EUR
  • Hand carved jade frog pendant with adjustable cord.Hand carved jade frog pendant with adjustable cord.
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    HOPPER
    FOR FROG LOVERS ONLY - Hand carved Jade frog pendants Meet HOPPER - our little 'pull-up' champ! Meet your new workout buddy - a playful jade frog caught mid-pull-up, his determined little hands gripping the cord like a jungle gym bar. Carved with cheeky...
    €238,95 EUR
    €238,95 EUR
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  • Silver pendant with green stone on a black cord, worn around the neck with ocean in the backgroundThis is a hand carved Sterling Silver Eagle Ray pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
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    EAGLE RAY
    EAGLE RAY - Silver and New Zealand Jade Eagle Ray pendant The ocean is calling! This gorgeous sterling silver and New Zealand jade Eagle Ray pendant captures the essence of one of Moana's beautiful creatures. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this is an...
    €414,95 EUR
    €414,95 EUR
  • 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...
    €414,95 EUR
    €414,95 EUR
  • This medium sized Venus woman with tree of life head pendant is made from Black Jade Stone. We've hand carved this piece for all the lovers out there. Free postage worldwide. Black Jade Stone goddess, woman with tree of life jewellery. Provided with an adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.This medium sized Venus woman with tree of life head pendant is made from Black Jade Stone. We've hand carved this piece for all the lovers out there. Free postage worldwide. Black Jade Stone goddess, woman with tree of life jewellery. Provided with an adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
    NZ Pacific
    OSHUN
    OSHUN and the TREE OF LIFE Hand carved, Australian Black Jade Stone. OSHUN is a deity of the Yaruba people in South Western Nigeria. This Goddess is associated with water, fertility, purity, love and sensuality. This is a combination of two ancient and iconic symbols, the curvaceous...
    €253,95 EUR
    €253,95 EUR
  • This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Fern leaf pendant with Siberian Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Fern leaf pendant with Siberian Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    SILVER FERN
    SILVER FERN - Silver and Siberian Jade Fern leaf pendant Bursting with natural beauty and Kiwi charm, this sterling silver and Siberian jade fern leaf pendant captures the essence of one of New Zealand’s national symbols.  Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this pendant...
    €384,95 EUR
    €384,95 EUR
  • Hand carved black fern pendant. Handmade by NZ Pacific. Black fern necklace, jewellery from Australian black jade.Hand carved black fern pendant. Handmade by NZ Pacific. Black fern necklace, jewellery from Australian black jade.
    NZ Pacific
    NIGHT WHISPER
    NIGHT WHISPER - These are beautifully carved, detailing the intricate design of the fern leaf. We have used the blackest jade we could source and have buffed it to a dull sheen - these are gorgeous pendants with a lovely movement in the leaf....
    €153,95 EUR
    €153,95 EUR
  • Woman wearing pendant with matching earring sitting outdoors with plants and a wooden bench in the background.A beautiful, large woolly mammoth tusk with Jade insert toki pendant and woolly mammoth tusk earring.
    NZ Pacific
    DAWN OF KNOWLEDGE
    DAWN OF KNOWLEDGE - original and unique! Original, provocative carved art - made to wear... This is a classic work by an exceptional artist. A combination of rare and exotic materials and creative genius. The materials used are a mix of fossilised Woolly Mammoth Tusk and New Zealand...
    €518,95 EUR
    €518,95 EUR
  • A striking hand carved knife pendant. These are carved with a green jade head and a hardwood handle. The necklace is sterling silver. We ship these worldwide with express courier.A striking hand carved knife pendant. These are carved with a green jade head and a hardwood handle. The necklace is sterling silver. We ship these worldwide with express courier.
    NZ Pacific
    THE GUARD
    THE GUARD - Jade with Hardwood and Sterling Silver Dagger Pendants We are really delighted with this design! Fashioned with a dirk, or dagger, in mind, these are beautiful little pieces that can be worn as a pendant, used to hold your keys or just...
    From €282,95 EUR
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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.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.
    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...
    €363,95 EUR
    €363,95 EUR
  • This is a very cool and creative fisherman hand made from Australian Black Jade and Sterling Silver. A fisherman who had caught a fish pendant hand crafted from sterling silver with Black Jade torso. A spectacular piece of art to wear with sterling silver chain.This is a very cool and creative fisherman hand made from Australian Black Jade and Sterling Silver. A fisherman who had caught a fish pendant hand crafted from sterling silver with Black Jade torso. A spectacular piece of art to wear with sterling silver chain.
    NZ Pacific
    NIGHT TRAWLER
    NIGHT TRAWLER - a hand carved fisherman pendant made from gorgeous, Australian Black Jade with Sterling Silver. This is a very cool and creative piece of jewellery that will make you anglers' reel scream! The torso of NIGHT TRAWLER is hand carved from Jet Black Australian Black Jade - the outline and fishing rod and...
    €233,95 EUR
    €233,95 EUR
  • Hand carved by Rueben Tipene, this lovely Jadeite pendant is hand made and an absolute delight. One pendant only, postage is included in the price. One White Siberian Jade pendant. White Siberian Jadeite oval disc pendant. Perfect gift for someone special. The shape of the pendant is a disc form.Hand carved by Rueben Tipene, this lovely Jadeite pendant is hand made and an absolute delight. One pendant only, postage is included in the price. One White Siberian Jade pendant. White Siberian Jadeite oval disc pendant. Perfect gift for someone special. The shape of the pendant is a disc form.
    NZ Pacific
    RAUMATI
    RAUMATI - Summer Hand carved by Rueben Tipene - a beautiful pendant for someone to treasure. Hand made from a minty green/white Siberian Jadeite, RAUMATI is a one-off piece carved to showcase this fascinating stone.  We're sure this will make a lovely gift! ART TO WEAR IS OUR...
    €309,95 EUR
    €309,95 EUR
  • This is a handcrafted New Zealand Pounamu, Jade and sterling silver ring. 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. Hand carved by Ana Krakosky. Delivered with Express Courier in a woven kete pouch.This is a handcrafted New Zealand Pounamu, Jade and sterling silver ring. 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. Hand carved by Ana Krakosky. Delivered with Express Courier in a woven kete pouch.
    NZ Pacific
    GUARDIAN EYE
    GUARDIAN EYE - a striking, unusual and flamboyant ring for people who love jewellery with zing! Hand crafted by Ana Krakosky here in New Zealand. Ana has used New Zealand Marsden Jade with sterling silver and has hand made a beautiful 'Art Deco' ring...
    €362,95 EUR
    €362,95 EUR
  • A gorgeous hand carved black jade reef knot pendant with sterling silver. Hand made in Black Jade with Sterling Silver and provided with adjustable cord.A gorgeous hand carved black jade reef knot pendant with sterling silver. Hand made in Black Jade with Sterling Silver and provided with adjustable cord.
    NZ Pacific
    HERACLES KNOT
    HERACLES KNOT The reef knot’s legacy: a symbol of unity and balance, used historically to secure sails, bind cargo and, ceremonially, in rituals of partnership. Wearing it signifies respect for tradition and the quiet power of connection. For those who find beauty in purpose,...
    €231,95 EUR
    €231,95 EUR
  • Hand carved dragon Pendant. Made from warthog tusk in New Zealand. Unique dragon necklace hand made from warthog tusk by master bone carver Fumio Noguchi. Spectacular collectable work of art, made to wear. One only pendant, delivered to you at no extra cost with express courier.Hand carved dragon Pendant. Made from warthog tusk in New Zealand. Unique dragon necklace hand made from warthog tusk by master bone carver Fumio Noguchi. Spectacular collectable work of art, made to wear. One only pendant, delivered to you at no extra cost with express courier.
    NZ Pacific
    KUDARI-RYU
    KUDARI-RYU -  THE MESSENGER FROM THE GOD A standout piece of carved art by Fumio Noguchi - a collectors piece carved in traditional netsuke style. Fumio's description of this piece... KUDARI-RYU - The Dragon has been in the heaven and is now getting back to...
    €2.999,95 EUR
    €2.999,95 EUR
  • A striking hand carved dagger pendant. These are carved with a Red Jasper Stone head and a hardwood handle. It is provided with a Sterling Silver chain. We ship these worldwide with express courier.A striking hand carved knife pendant. These are carved with a Red Jasper Stone head and a hardwood handle. The cords are hand plaited in our waxed polyester which is robust, strong and durable. We ship these worldwide with express courier.
    NZ Pacific
    PLUM DAGGER
    PLUM DAGGER - Jasper with Hardwood and Sterling Silver Dagger Pendants We are really delighted with this design! Fashioned with a dirk, or dagger, in mind, these are beautiful pieces that can be worn as a pendant or displayed on your desk and used...
    From €282,95 EUR
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  • This is a very cool and creative guitarist hand made from Australian Black Jade and Sterling Silver. A guitar playing person hand crafted from sterling silver with Black Jade torso. A spectacular piece of art to wear.This is a very cool and creative guitarist hand made from Australian Black Jade and Sterling Silver. A guitar playing person hand crafted from sterling silver with Black Jade torso. A spectacular piece of art to wear.
    NZ Pacific
    HENDRIX
    HENDRIX - for musicians, lovers of rock 'n roll and those among us who have a burning penchant for quirky, hand made art! A hand carved pendant made from stunning Black Jade with Sterling Silver. We don't often have jewellery like this and we're sure HENDRIX will awaken that primal...
    €233,95 EUR
    €233,95 EUR
  • Hand carved bat Pendant. Made from Deer antler in New Zealand. Unique bat necklace hand made from deer antler by master bone carver Fumio Noguchi. Spectacular collectable work of art, made to wear. One only pendant, delivered to you with express courier.Hand carved bat Pendant. Made from Deer antler in New Zealand. Unique bat necklace hand made from deer antler by master bone carver Fumio Noguchi. Spectacular collectable work of art, made to wear. One only pendant, delivered to you with express courier.
    NZ Pacific
    MYOTIS
    MYOTIS - art made to wear and display.... A spectacular piece of wearable art for all BAT lovers! A beautiful design and wonderfully carved piece hand crafted from Deer antler crown. Fumio has carved this in Netsuke style and we have fitted a cord so...
    €500,95 EUR
    €500,95 EUR
  • This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.
    NZ Pacific
    FROSTY MOON
    FROSTY MOON - contemporary, art to wear! A cupped disc pendant. This cupped disc pendant, crafted from exquisite Nelson jade, features a subtly offset series of five notches along its lower curve - a deliberate, modern touch that plays with balance and form. The...
    €218,95 EUR
    €288,95 EUR
    €218,95 EUR
  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade bubbles drop pendant. Made by Ana Krakosky for NZ Pacific in New Zealand Pounamu, jade. A beautiful light and dark green jade drop of bubbles necklace with black adjustable cord.Hand carved New Zealand Jade bubbles drop pendant. Made by Ana Krakosky for NZ Pacific in New Zealand Pounamu, jade. A beautiful light and dark green jade drop of bubbles necklace with black adjustable cord.
    NZ Pacific
    BUBBLES
    BUBBLES - This is a fun and playful piece inspired by blowing bubbles as a child.. A very cool piece of Art to Wear carved in New Zealand Jade, Pounamu. This is a quirky, creative pendant hand made for us by Ana Krakosky. The...
    €409,95 EUR
    €409,95 EUR
  • This fuchsia flower drop pendant is beautifully hand made with gorgeous flair. It is fashionable and perfect for a women with style. Hand carved from a gorgeous piece of New Zealand Flower jade and sterling silver - this is an elegant and beautiful piece of art to wear.This fuchsia flower drop pendant is beautifully hand made with gorgeous flair. It is fashionable and perfect for a women with style. Hand carved from a gorgeous piece of New Zealand Flower jade and sterling silver - this is an elegant and beautiful piece of art to wear.
    NZ Pacific
    FUCHSIA
    FUCHSIA Unique and beautiful! Hand carved Kōtukutuku tree FUCHSIA pendant from New Zealand Marsden Jade and sterling silver. The fuchsia blossom is a mesmerising dance of colour and form, with slender, arching petals and vivid colours which creating a striking contrast against its deep...
    €398,95 EUR
    €398,95 EUR

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