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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  • Gorgeous Woolly Mammoth Tusk Hera PendantsGorgeous Woolly Mammoth Tusk Hera Pendants
    NZ Pacific
    HERA
    HERA - this piece is all about love... HERA is our interpretation of the Venus of Willendorf figurine, hand carved in Ancient Woolly Mammoth Tusk. The Mammoth Tusk used for this piece is CERTIFIED 34,690 YEARS OLD (+/- 815 years). All our Woolly Mammoth pieces come with...
    £105.00 GBP
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  • A photo of a sterling silver fashionable chain with New Zealand Jade. This is stylish woman's statement piece - hand crafted here in New Zealand. A photo of a sterling silver fashionable chain with New Zealand Jade. This is stylish woman's statement piece - hand crafted here in New Zealand.
    NZ Pacific
    STEPPING STONES
    STEPPING STONES - this is a stunning necklace, made for us by Ana Krakosky. Hand made from gorgeous New Zealand Pounamu with sterling silver. STEPPING STONES is crafted with precision and with exquisite attention to detail. The Jade in each link is hand carved from pale, mottled...
    £872.00 GBP
    £1,090.00 GBP
    £872.00 GBP
  • Hand carved bone hair pin with double sided koru design.Hand carved bone hair pin with double sided koru design.
    NZ Pacific
    THE DREAMER
    THE DREAMER - hand carved Bone Hair Pin Made by Amanda Thompson.. this is a beautiful and fully functional hairpin - made to be worn! This gorgeous hair pin has a double sided koru design etched and inked into the bone - whichever way...
    £130.00 GBP
    £130.00 GBP
  • This is a beautiful koru pendant designed with a little inspiration from our national airline, Air New Zealand. Hand carved Jade koru pendant.This is a beautiful koru pendant designed with a little inspiration from our national airline, Air New Zealand. It is carved from green jade which we source in Aceh and it is a lovely bright green with some dark speckled inclusions. A wonderful pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    ALL ABOARD
    ALL ABOARD Hand carved, contemporary koru style jade pendants. This piece is inspired by our national airline, Air New Zealand. Koru designs are well known and loved in New Zealand as symbols of a positive future and we've designed this piece with that sentiment...
    £130.00 GBP
    £130.00 GBP
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  • This is a beautiful hand carved woolly mammoth tusk turtle pendant. A really cool piece that is made from this rare and beautiful material. The mammoth has a very distinctive grain and each piece is different. We ship this worldwide and the cost of shipping is included in the price.Man wearing turtle pendant
    NZ Pacific
    HONU
    HONU - the magnificent turtle! A creature we couldn't resist including in our nautical range. Hand carved in Ancient Woolly Mammoth Tusk. The Mammoth Tusk used for this piece is CERTIFIED 34,690 YEARS OLD (+/- 815 years). All our Woolly Mammoth pieces are provided with our...
    £112.00 GBP
    £112.00 GBP
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    Out Of Stock
  • 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.
    NZ Pacific
    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...
    £271.00 GBP
    £271.00 GBP
  • Hand crafted contemporary green jade and sterling silver drop necklace. This necklace is provided with a black adjustable cord. Contemporary three jade drops necklace with sterling silver.Hand crafted contemporary green jade and sterling silver drop necklace. This necklace is provided with a black adjustable cord. Contemporary three jade drops necklace with sterling silver.
    NZ Pacific
    PISCATOR
    PISCATOR Three carved Jade toki set with Sterling Silver. This is a visually striking contemporary necklace, that will make any ensemble complete! The design brings together the traditional 'toki' or adze shape with a modern and striking silver setting. The jade and silver combination looks...
    £284.00 GBP
    £284.00 GBP
  • This picture shows a pendant that we designed in Deer Antler. It is a little Panda bear that has a walking stance and is carved in detail. A really attractive and eye-catching piece of handmade jewellery. The cord is hand plaited braid and the length can be adjusted.This picture shows a pendant that we designed in Deer Antler. It is a little Panda bear that has a walking stance and is carved in detail. A really attractive and eye-catching piece of handmade jewellery. The cord is hand plaited braid and the length can be adjusted.
    NZ Pacific
    TRAIL BLAZER
    TRAIL BLAZER - on his journey with humour and determination... A hand carved Bear pendant made from Deer Antler. These are beautifully carved and modelled on a Panda Bear. The carving is exquisite and crafted with lovely attention to detail - have a look...
    £118.00 GBP
    £148.00 GBP
    £118.00 GBP
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  • This picture shows a pendant that we designed in New Zealand jade. It is a little green bear that has a walking stance and is carved in detail. A really attractive and eye-catching piece of handmade jewellery. The cord is hand plaited braid and the length can be adjusted.This picture shows a pendant that we designed in New Zealand jade. It is a little green bear that has a walking stance and is carved in detail. A really attractive and eye-catching piece of handmade jewellery. The cord is hand plaited braid and the length can be adjusted.
    NZ Pacific
    BEAR OF THE EARTH
    BEAR OF THE EARTH Carved from New Zealand greenstone, this is a beautiful gentle piece modelled on a Panda Bear. The carving is exquisite and with lovely attention to detail. this is a lovely representation of a gentle animal that everyone loves! We will...
    £194.00 GBP
    £194.00 GBP
  • This is a hand carved bat pendant. It is made from Black 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 red adjustable cord.This is a hand carved bat pendant. It is made from Black 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
    CHIROPTERA
      CHIROPTERA - A gorgeous bat pendant carved in black jade with sterling silver wings, this piece is a stunner! CHIROPTERA is a beautiful bat, ready to fly with you! Look at the photos and the video to appreciate the quality of the carving...
    £305.00 GBP
    £305.00 GBP
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  • This is a gorgeous little dolphin pendant carved in green nephrite jade. The cord is fine and length adjustable so you can position the little jade dolphin where it suits you best. Shipping is free worldwide.This is a gorgeous little dolphin pendant carved in green nephrite jade. The cord is fine and length adjustable so you can position the little jade dolphin where it suits you best. Shipping is free worldwide.
    NZ Pacific
    LIBERTY
    LIBERTY - Freedom! A cheeky little hand carved Jade dolphin pendant. If you're a lover of dolphins (and who's not?!) this little guy is a beautiful representation. Made in recognition of the world's smallest and rarest dolphin - Māui. This little guy is only found...
    £107.00 GBP
    £107.00 GBP
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  • 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...
    £335.00 GBP
    £335.00 GBP
  • A hand carved medium sized green Jade square box with ball inside necklace. The cord is adjustable in length. A medium sized hand made cube/box with ball necklace in green Jade.A hand carved medium sized green Jade square box with ball inside necklace. The cord is adjustable in length. A medium sized hand made cube/box with ball necklace in green Jade.
    NZ Pacific
    PHANTASM
    PHANTASM -  a product of fantasy This is a fascinating pendant carved from a single piece of green jade. A cube with a ball captured within - free to move but not to wander! This is a lovely little work of art carved from...
    £260.00 GBP
    £260.00 GBP
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  • This is a handcrafted New Zealand Pounamu, Jade and sterling silver ringThis is a handcrafted New Zealand Pounamu, Jade and sterling silver ring
    NZ Pacific
    GATEKEEPER
    GATEKEEPER - Sterling Silver with New Zealand Jade Adjustable Ring. GATEKEEPER - a very cool ring, this one pops with attitude! Hand crafted by Ana Krakosky here in New Zealand. Ana has used a very dark piece of New Zealand Marsden Jade and sterling...
    £303.00 GBP
    £303.00 GBP
  • A hand carved large Black Jade drop, roimata, necklace. The cord is a black colour and is a fixed length. A large sized hand made drop necklace by New Zealand artist Kerry Thompson. One off work of art to wear.A woman wearing black jade pendants
    NZ Pacific
    AWE AND WONDER
      AWE AND WONDER - elegance pure... No matter what happens in life, never lose your sense of AWE AND WONDER! This is a very large black jade drop pendant. Kerry has carved an outstanding piece of Wyoming Black Jade to promote its unique two-tone...
    £378.00 GBP
    £378.00 GBP
  • This picture shows a medium sized Deer Antler Bone pirate skull pendant that we have hand carved. The cord is a black colour and has a small red binding just above the pendant.This picture shows a medium sized Deer Antler Bone pirate skull pendant that we have hand carved. The cord is a black colour and has a small red binding just above the pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    SWASHBUCKLER
    SWASHBUCKLER - skull pendant, hand carved in deer antler Carved from solid deer antler, our SWASHBUCKLER pendant is a tribute to the daring spirit. It centres on a meticulously detailed skull - a timeless memento mori - enshrouded with hair intricately woven like maritime rope....
    £129.00 GBP
    £129.00 GBP
  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade drop pendant with adjustable cord. Free shipping worldwide.Hand carved New Zealand Jade drop pendant with adjustable cord. Free shipping worldwide.
    NZ Pacific
    BLUE AMAZON
    BLUE AMAZON -  A beautiful drop pendant, hand carved in New Zealand Jade with Blue Amazon. A wonderful work of art to wear by New Zealand Jade Artist, Jen Hung. BLUE AMAZON features a broad claw form, carved from pale New Zealand inanga jade....
    £305.00 GBP
    £305.00 GBP
  • This is a hand carved deer antler daydreaming character pendant. It is made from deer antler, bone. This is a medium-large sized necklace with adjustable cord.Man wearing daydreaming pendant
    NZ Pacific
    DAYDREAMER
    DAYDREAMER - carved in deer antler, this little daydreaming character is a peaceful, joyful pendant DAYDREAMER - This is a fun piece and we think a a superb example of creative carving. Great craftsmanship using the natural variation in deer antler to create a...
    £107.00 GBP
    £107.00 GBP
  • This large crab claw pendant is carved from a lovely deep green piece of New Zealand jade. It has an adjustable Khaki coloured cord which can be slipped over the head and adjusted to the length that you prefer. Hand carved in New Zealand from our local jade by Kyohei Noguchi.This large crab claw pendant is carved from a lovely deep green piece of New Zealand jade. It has an adjustable Khaki coloured cord which can be slipped over the head and adjusted to the length that you prefer. Hand carved in New Zealand from our local jade by Kyohei Noguchi.
    NZ Pacific
    JADE NIPPER
    JADE NIPPER - New Zealand Jade crab claw pendant carved by Kyohei Noguchi. Cast your mind back to exploring a rocky shore - the glimpse of a crab as it scuttles across the rocks, its distinctive claw raised as it navigates the tidal zone....
    £327.00 GBP
    £327.00 GBP
  • This picture shows a carved kea pendant in bone. It is provided with a hand-plaited orange and olive cord that is length adjustable. Shipping is included and we ship worldwide.This picture shows a carved kea pendant in bone. It is provided with a hand-plaited orange and olive cord that is length adjustable. Shipping is included and we ship worldwide.
    NZ Pacific
    TIRIHOU
    TIRIHOU - a beautiful, Kea pendant, carved in Bone with New Zealand Jade inlaid eyes. Carved from bone, this pendant captures a kea mid-swoop, its wings swept back and head tilted at that signature inquisitive angle. The artist has emphasised the bird’s curved beak...
    £371.00 GBP
    £371.00 GBP
  • Hand carved Australian Black Jade whale tail pendant. Small whale tail necklace with adjustable cord.Hand carved Australian Black Jade whale tail pendant. Small whale tail necklace with adjustable cord.
    NZ Pacific
    MIDNIGHT RIDER
    MIDNIGHT RIDER - Hand made, small whale tail pendants carved from Australian Black Jade... 'Shout out to our aussie mates across the ditch'. The Whale - massive guardians of the ocean renowned for the protective love they show their offspring. They are often seen in...
    £86.00 GBP
    £86.00 GBP
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  • This is a hand carved Sterling Silver lantern drop pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Sterling Silver lantern drop pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    THE LANTERN
    THE LANTERN - Modern Art Deco pendant Step into a world of timeless elegance with this striking 'LANTERN' pendant, where sleek sterling silver meets the deep, earthy glow of pounamu (New Zealand jade). Inspired by the bold geometry and refined glamour of Art Deco, this...
    £261.00 GBP
    £261.00 GBP
  • This picture shows a pendant that we designed in black jade. It is a little black bear that has a walking stance and is carved in detail. A really attractive and eye-catching piece of handmade jewellery. The cord is black and the length can be adjusted.This picture shows a pendant that we designed in black jade. It is a little black bear that has a walking stance and is carved in detail. A really attractive and eye-catching piece of handmade jewellery. The cord is black and the length can be adjusted.
    NZ Pacific
    BLACK BEAR
    BLACK BEAR A hand carved Black Bear pendant. This is a beautifully carved piece modelled on a Panda Bear. The carving is exquisite and with lovely attention to detail. Have a look at the paw prints on this beaut! We will let the photos...
    £153.00 GBP
    £191.00 GBP
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  • This photo shows a drop pendant suspended from a silver clasp and silver chain. The jade is a lovely light chatoyant Inanga jade with subtle leaf patterned sterling silver on the front. A lovely chatoyant New Zealand Inanga jade pendant carved for us by Josey Coyle.This photo shows a drop pendant suspended from a silver clasp and silver chain. The jade is a lovely light chatoyant Inanga jade with subtle leaf patterned sterling silver on the front. A lovely chatoyant New Zealand Inanga jade pendant carved for us by Josey Coyle.
    NZ Pacific
    CHATOYANT INANGA
    CHATOYANT INANGA - is a wonderful Inanga Jade drop pendant carved for us by artist Josey Coyle.  Josey applies a contemporary eye and design flair to the traditional art of jade carving producing spectacular results. CHATOYANT INANGA is a great example of this... a...
    £305.00 GBP
    £305.00 GBP
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  • Hand carved hoop earrings, made from Black Jade with sterling silver. An NZ Pacific design. Large Black Jade and Silver hoop earrings.Hand carved hoop earrings, made from Black Jade with sterling silver. An NZ Pacific design. Large Black Jade and Silver hoop earrings.
    NZ Pacific
    AIR TO AIR
    AIR TO AIR - Gorgeous Black Jade Earrings Hand carved from stunning Black Jade, finished with sterling silver hooks. The Black Jade has a wonderful liquorice green colour - sublime! These are beautiful, large and expressive hoop earrings, we're sure you'll standout from the crowd! An NZ...
    £174.00 GBP
    £174.00 GBP
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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
    NZ Pacific
    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 £257.00 GBP
    From £257.00 GBP
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  • 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.
    NZ Pacific
    BLOOD MOON
    BLOOD MOON - Beautiful toki pendants 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....
    £124.00 GBP
    £155.00 GBP
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  • This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Saddleback, Kokako, bird pendant with British Columbian Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Saddleback, Kokako, bird pendant with British Columbian Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
    NZ Pacific
    KŌKAKO
    KŌKAKO - bird design pendant in sterling silver and jade Crafted in fine detail, this is a gorgeous Kōkako, pendant! Hand made in Sterling Silver with British Columbian Jade insert. The Kōkako is now thought to be extinct. These birds had an orange wattle at the...
    £301.00 GBP
    £301.00 GBP
  • Hand carved pendant made from black jade with sterling silver. NZ Pacific contemporary Koru pendant for sale online.Hand carved pendant made from black jade with sterling silver. NZ Pacific contemporary Koru pendant for sale online.
    NZ Pacific
    SURF BREAK
    SURF BREAK Hand carved from Black Jade, finished with sterling silver - a necklace that will stand out in any crowd.  SURF BREAK makes a statement with its bold design and unique shape. Crafted from high-quality materials, this pendant will make a lasting impression....
    £87.00 GBP
    £87.00 GBP
  • This photo shows a medium sized surfboard pendant hand carved from Lignum Vitae wood with Mother of Pearl and Paua Shell inlay, alongside; brass and silver. This is a stand out one off necklace for those who appreciate art to wear. It is provided with a cord in brown that is a fixed length with Paua Shell Toggle. We ship this piece worldwide and shipping is included in the price.This photo shows a medium sized surfboard pendant hand carved from Lignum Vitae wood with Mother of Pearl and Paua Shell inlay, alongside; brass and silver. This is a stand out one off necklace for those who appreciate art to wear. It is provided with a cord in brown that is a fixed length with Paua Shell Toggle. We ship this piece worldwide and shipping is included in the price.
    NZ Pacific
    PACIFIC NIGHT RIDER
    PACIFIC NIGHT RIDER For those who feel the salt in their veins and hear the waves in their dreams, this one-of-a-kind pendant is a wearable ode to the ocean’s soul. Expertly shaped into a sleek, surfboard-inspired silhouette, its fluid lines echo the grace of a breaking wave, carved...
    £348.00 GBP
    £348.00 GBP

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