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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  • Hand made New Zealand Jade moon face necklace with Sterling Silver. Made by NZ Pacific and sale online only. Delivered with sterling silver chain and packaged in a woven kete pouch.person wearing jade moonface pendant
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    MOONSHADOW
    MOONSHADOW - Hand carved moon face necklace made from New Zealand Marsden Jade and Sterling Silver. A very special piece of New Zealand Jade handcrafted into an attractive and unique necklace. This piece radiates serenity! The underlying premise of this design is harmony, intuition,...
    £217.00 GBP
    £217.00 GBP
  • Hand carved mammoth tusk earrings. Hand made by NZ Pacific for sale online. Ancient Woolly Mammoth Tusk earrings, packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand carved mammoth tusk pendant with matching earrings
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    SHINE BRIGHT
    SHINE BRIGHT A pair of simple, elegant diamond-shaped 'dangle' earrings we have hand made from woolly mammoth tusk and sterling silver.  Hand carved from Woolly Mammoth tusk, with sterling silver hooks. Watch the short video to appreciate the beauty of this ancient material. The...
    £68.00 GBP
    £68.00 GBP
  • This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade and Mother of Pearl drop pendant.This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade and Mother of Pearl drop pendant.
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    HOKAHOKA
    HOKAHOKA - to soar, to fly - a stand out, unique drop pendant for lovers of art to wear! Hand carved by Andrew Doughty in New Zealand Jade with Mother of Pearl. This drop pendant is a wonderfully creative fusion of ancient symbolism and...
    £371.00 GBP
    £371.00 GBP
  • This pendant is a hand carved YELLOW EYED penguin. We've carved this from a lovely piece of black jade and we provide it with an adjustable cord. Shipping is free worldwide.This pendant is a hand carved YELLOW EYED penguin. We've carved this from a lovely piece of black jade and we provide it with an adjustable cord. Shipping is free worldwide.
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    YELLOW EYE
    YELLOW EYE - A hand carved Australian Black Jade pendant for all you lovers of penguins! This really is a glorious piece - beautifully carved and polished to a low shine. The black jade is superb and glows with the spirit of this little fighter!...
    £122.00 GBP
    £152.00 GBP
    £122.00 GBP
  • 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...
    £283.00 GBP
    £283.00 GBP
  • Hand carved Labradorite Trevally fish pendants.Hand carved Labradorite Trevally fish pendants.
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    TREVALLY
    TREVALLY - For our fish lovers! Magnificent Trevally fish pendants, each piece hand carved in shimmering labradorite stone! But here’s what makes these truly special: no two are ever the same. The labradorite itself shifts and glows differently in every piece, and the carving...
    £172.00 GBP
    £172.00 GBP
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  • This small sized couples embrace pendant is made from Australian Black Jade and Jadeite Stone. We've hand carved this piece for all the lovers out there. Free postage worldwide. Black Jade and Jadeite Stone couple hugging jewellery. Provided with an adjustable mushroom coloured cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.This small sized couples embrace pendant is made from Australian Black Jade and Jadeite Stone. We've hand carved this piece for all the lovers out there. Free postage worldwide. Black Jade and Jadeite Stone couple hugging jewellery. Provided with an adjustable mushroom coloured cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    HEART TO HEART
    HEART TO HEART Hand carved, Australian Black Jade and White Jade lovers. This is quite the marvellous little carving - the Snow Jade figurine can be lifted from the embrace and removed. This loving couple are connected through their embrace, yet still retain their...
    £213.00 GBP
    £213.00 GBP
  • Hand carved Deer Antler Chalice Pendant.Hand carved Deer Antler Chalice Pendant.
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    CHALICE
    The CHALICE Pendant – Handcarved in Deer Antler A whisper of antiquity, reimagined for the modern soul. Our CHALICE pendant is an original, hand-carved tribute to the timeless amphora - the ancient vessel of storage, ceremony, and story. We’ve given this classic form a...
    £87.00 GBP
    £87.00 GBP
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  • This pendant is handcrafted from Red Jasper Stone. It replicates a human heart. It is supplied with an adjustable oat cord.This pendant is handcrafted from Red Jasper Stone. It replicates a human heart. It is supplied with an adjustable black cord.
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    THE ENGINE ROOM
    THE ENGINE ROOM - Jasper Heart Pendants Something for all the heart surgeons, cardiac nurses or lovers of the human heart 🫀As a shout out to all of you close to the heart, we decided to add one to our collection - hand carved in...
    £208.00 GBP
    £208.00 GBP
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  • A striking hand carved Pulaski axe pendant for firemen and firewoman. These are carved with a jade or black jade 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.A striking hand carved Pulaski axe pendant for firemen and firewoman. These are carved with a jade or black jade 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.
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    PULASKI
    PULASKI Hand carved contemporary Green and Black Jade PULASKI axe. A trusted companion for firefighters the world over. We've captured the design in black and green jade - a pendant for the 'firefighter' in your life! These PULASKI pendants are stunners. The wood used for...
    £117.00 GBP
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    £117.00 GBP
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  • Jadeite star pendant. Star shaped necklace hand made from white Jadeite stone. Delivered on an adjustable blue cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Jadeite star pendant. Star shaped necklace hand made from white Jadeite stone. Delivered on an adjustable blue cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    ALPHA CRUCIS
    ALPHA CRUCIS - Brightest star in Southern Cross Constellation. A beautiful, contemporary necklace hand carved in Jadeite. This is a lovely little star pendant with form. It feels beautiful in the hand - important when you reach for it which is something that seems...
    £127.00 GBP
    £127.00 GBP
  • This is a hand carved drop with koru pendant made from a gorgeous and striking piece of Tiger Iron. For sale online from NZ Pacific. Delivered with adjustable cord.This is a hand carved drop with koru pendant made from a gorgeous and striking piece of Tiger Iron. For sale online from NZ Pacific. Delivered with adjustable cord.
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    TIGEREYE
    TIGEREYE This piece is one in our series called CUSTOS OPTATUM - "Guardian of Wishes". Each piece in this series represents a vessel to carry our wishes, those personal aspirations that you have for yourself or someone close to you. A beautiful hand carved...
    £65.00 GBP
    £65.00 GBP
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  • Hand carved Black jade ballet dancer pendant. Hand carved by NZ Pacific. Black Jade jewellery for sale online. Ballerina pendant that is provided on a black adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand carved Black jade ballet dancer pendant. Hand carved by NZ Pacific. Black Jade jewellery for sale online. Ballerina pendant that is provided on a silver grey adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
    NZ Pacific
    WHIMSY EN POINTE
    WHIMSY EN POINTE - hand carved in Black Jade.  Meet our WHIMSY EN POINTE pendant - a celebration of curves, creativity, and the magic that happens when dance defies convention. Carved from lustrous black jade, this plump ballet dancer, mid-pirouette, seems to laugh at...
    £196.00 GBP
    £196.00 GBP
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  • A hand carved medium sized white nephrite Jade square box with ball inside necklace. The cord is blue and adjustable in length. A medium sized hand made cube/box with ball necklace in white nephrite Jade stone. One off work of art to wear.Woman in an art gallery looking at a colorful abstract painting wearing a pendant
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    THE ILLUSIONIST
    THE ILLUSIONIST -  ball within a cube This is a fascinating piece carved from a single piece of white nephrite Jade from Burma. A cube with a ball captured within - free to move but not to wander! This is a lovely work of...
    £260.00 GBP
    £260.00 GBP
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  • This photo shows a triangle disc pendant hand carved from ebony with nz paua shell, Mother of Pearl 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 black 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 triangle disc pendant hand carved from ebony with nz paua shell, Mother of Pearl 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 black that is a fixed length with Paua Shell Toggle. We ship this piece worldwide and shipping is included in the price.
    NZ Pacific
    DELTA MANDALA
    DELTA MANDALA is crafted for the seeker of beauty and meaning, this disc-shaped pendant unites the transformative power of the Delta (Δ) - the universal symbol of change - with the serene unity of the mandala, a sacred circle representing cosmic order. DELTA MANDALA -...
    £436.00 GBP
    £436.00 GBP
  • This picture shows a little jade acorn pendant. The cap is sterling silver and is embossed with some decorative markings which give the silver cap some detail and character. Hand made by Ana Krakosky.This picture shows a little jade acorn pendant. The cap is sterling silver and is embossed with some decorative markings which give the silver cap some detail and character. Hand made by Ana Krakosky.
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    OAKNUT
    OAKNUT - A lovely little Acorn pendant - hand carved from New Zealand Jade with an engraved sterling silver cap and loop for a chain or cord. We will provide this with a plaited Gingernut/Paradise Blue Cord which is length adjustable. This is a...
    £194.00 GBP
    £242.00 GBP
    £194.00 GBP
  • Hand carved black fern pendant. Handmade by NZ Pacific. Black fern necklace, jewellery from Australian black jade.A woman wearing black jade pendants
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    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....
    £103.00 GBP
    £129.00 GBP
    £103.00 GBP
  • Hand carved jade flower bud open ring with sterling silver.Hand carved jade flower bud open ring with sterling silver.
    NZ Pacific
    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....
    £283.00 GBP
    £283.00 GBP
  • This medium sized horse pendant is made from Australian Black Jade. We've hand carved this piece for all the horse lovers out there. Free postage worldwide. Black Jade Stone horse head jewellery.This medium sized horse pendant is made from Australian Black Jade. We've hand carved this piece for all the horse lovers out there. Free postage worldwide. Black Jade Stone horse head jewellery.
    NZ Pacific
    RUFFIAN
    RUFFIAN - Hand carved Black Jade horse pendant For all horse lovers out there! Take a look at RUFFIAN - also known as the Queen of the Fillies! A famous racehorse with a massive heart! We're big horse lovers down here at NZ Pacific -...
    £213.00 GBP
    £213.00 GBP
  • Man wearing bronze hook pendantA beautiful hand made, bronze matau pendant.
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    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...
    £310.00 GBP
    £387.00 GBP
    £310.00 GBP
  • Ni-oh ring placed on a rockHand carved Ni-Oh mask ring. Made from Red Deer antler in New Zealand. Unique Ni-Oh temple guardian ring hand made from deer antler by master bone carver Fumio Noguchi. Spectacular collectable work of art, made to wear. One only ring, delivered to you with express courier.
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    NI-OH TEMPLE GUARDIAN
    NI-OH TEMPLE GUARDIAN RING - Hand Carved in Deer Antler by Fumio Noguchi This is a traditional Japanese design representing a protector of the Buddhist faith. These figures are guardians that are found on either side of temple gateways - one is called "N-gyo" (= mouth...
    £435.00 GBP
    £435.00 GBP
  • This picture shows a little wooden acorn pendant with sterling silver chain. The cap is sterling silver and is embossed with some decorative markings which give the silver cap some detail and character. Hand made by Ana Krakosky.acorn pendant
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    KNOTTY ISSUE
    KNOTTY ISSUE - A lovely little Acorn pendant - hand carved from New Zealand Petrified Wood with a detailed sterling silver cap and loop for a chain or cord. The acorn, a small yet mighty seed, carries the promise of a mighty oak within...
    £217.00 GBP
    £217.00 GBP
  • Woman wearing black jade heart pendantHand carved black jade heart. Made from Australian black jade. White heart insert is carved from natural bone material. Made by NZ Pacific.
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    BRAVEHEART
    BRAVEHEART Hand carved Black Jade heart pendant with a little white heart insert made from natural bone. This is a beautiful little pendant, it looks lovely whichever side you choose to wear to the front. This jade has white inclusions which appear as pale...
    £94.00 GBP
    £94.00 GBP
  • 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.
    NZ Pacific
    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...
    £174.00 GBP
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    £174.00 GBP
  • 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.
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    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...
    £260.00 GBP
    £260.00 GBP
  • This picture shows a medium sized Snowflake Obsidian stone skull pendant that we have hand carved. It is polished to a soft shine and is a very striking piece. Provided with an adjustable black cord.This picture shows a medium sized Snowflake Obsidian stone skull pendant that we have hand carved. It is polished to a soft shine and is a very striking piece. Provided with an adjustable black cord.
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    IRON DARTH
    IRON DARTH - A very cool, large skull pendant! Hand carved from Snowflake Obsidian, an uncommon stone believed by some to have healing properties. The skull is an ancient symbol that has long been adopted to evoke a host of strong emotional responses -...
    £130.00 GBP
    £130.00 GBP
  • Hand carved Hotei good fortune ring. Made from Red Deer antler in New Zealand. Hand made from deer antler by master bone carver Fumio Noguchi. Spectacular collectable work of art, made to wear. One only ring, delivered to you with express courier.Hand carved Hotei good fortune ring. Made from Red Deer antler in New Zealand. Hand made from deer antler by master bone carver Fumio Noguchi. Spectacular collectable work of art, made to wear. One only ring, delivered to you with express courier.
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    HOTEI
    HOTEI - Good Fortune God Ring, Hand Carved in Deer Antler by Fumio Noguchi This beautiful ring depicts HOTEI, one of the Seven Lucky Gods of Good Fortune. What makes this piece extra special is Fumio's intentional use of contrast between the raw, organic...
    £387.00 GBP
    £387.00 GBP
  • Large Butterfly design pendant carved in Red Agate. Real Agate jewellery for sale online with NZ Pacific. Large butterfly pendant hand made in red agate, provided with adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Large Butterfly design pendant carved in Red Agate. Real Agate jewellery for sale online with NZ Pacific. Large butterfly pendant hand made in red agate, provided with adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    L'ATALANTA
    L'ATALANTA This piece is carved from wonderful Red Agate. The pendant is finely carved, capturing the ethereal and delicate nature of the beautiful butterfly! Inspired by the vibrant elegance of the red admiral butterfly, L'ATALANTA is carved from luminous red agate stone. Each curve...
    £173.00 GBP
    £173.00 GBP
  • A photo of a New Zealand Jade drop pendant with sterling silver. This is a stylish statement piece - hand crafted here in New Zealand by Ana Krakosky. Unique Art to Wear. Gifts for all lovers of hand made Art to Wear. One only Fidget pendant.A photo of a New Zealand Jade drop pendant with sterling silver. This is a stylish statement piece - hand crafted here in New Zealand by Ana Krakosky. Unique Art to Wear. Gifts for all lovers of hand made Art to Wear. One only Fidget pendant.
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    THE FIDGETER
    THE FIDGETER - for those of us who like movement :) This is a gorgeous pendant - a piece that highlights everything we love about jade art, and in particular the creative design from Ana! This piece moves around the central pins so that...
    £436.00 GBP
    £436.00 GBP
  • Small Jadeite star pendant. Star shaped necklace hand made from white Jadeite stone. Delivered on an adjustable plum coloured cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Small Jadeite star pendant. Star shaped necklace hand made from white Jadeite stone. Delivered on an adjustable plum coloured cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    RADIATE
    RADIATE - A beautiful, contemporary necklace hand carved in Jadeite. This is a lovely little star pendant with form. It feels beautiful in the hand - important when you reach for it which is something that seems to happen often with jade jewellery! if...
    £122.00 GBP
    £122.00 GBP
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