Fish hook / Hei 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.

The wearer of a Hei-Matau is seen as a provider and protector who is strong willed and determined to succeed in life.

There are many styles of Hei-Matau from the true hook designs to more ornamental styles - scroll down and find your perfect Matau pendant.

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  • A hand carved large New Zealand Argillite double Hook, Matau, necklace. The cord is a kalahari tan colour and is adjustable in length. A large sized hand made double hook necklace by New Zealand artist Rueben Tipene. One off work of art to wear.A hand carved large New Zealand Argillite double Hook, Matau, necklace. The cord is a kalahari tan colour and is adjustable in length. A large sized hand made double hook necklace by New Zealand artist Rueben Tipene. One off work of art to wear.
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    AHI
    AHI - Burn, carved by Rueben Tipene AHI - Matau Rua, Double Hook. AHI is a large and beautifully balanced double Matau. There is a lot of unity and harmony in this piece. A wonderful, edgy design which looks fantastic from every angle! Wear AHI and carry a piece of New...
    £443.00 GBP
    £443.00 GBP
  • These pendants are hand carved, green jade Hawaiian hooks or Makau pendants. They are beautifully finished in a high polish and bound with an adjustable cord. Hand made jewellery that make the most wonderful gifts. Free shipping worldwide.These pendants are hand carved, green jade Hawaiian hooks or Makau pendants. They are beautifully finished in a high polish and bound with an adjustable cord. Hand made jewellery that make the most wonderful gifts. Free shipping worldwide.
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    ALOHA
    A delicately carved matau, made by hand from gorgeous pale, apple green jade. In Hawaiian culture - the hook is carved facing the left so it is always facing your heart... one of the reasons we love this stunning little hook. A very fine...
    £119.00 GBP
    £119.00 GBP
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  • Hand made deer antler manaia pendant. Hand carved by NZ Pacific. Manaia carved from deer antler pendant for sale online. Delivered to you on an adjustable black cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand made deer antler manaia pendant. Hand carved by NZ Pacific. Manaia carved from deer antler pendant for sale online. Delivered to you on an adjustable black cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    AORAKI
    AORAKI A bold and beautiful manaia matau... This manaia incorporates the head of a bird, a koru and the tail of a fish - linking the sky, land and sea. These are important symbols down here in the South Pacific. If you like the...
    £128.00 GBP
    £128.00 GBP
  • A hand carved large New Zealand Argillite double Hook, Matau, necklace. The cord is a black and blue coloured and is adjustable in length. A large sized hand made double hook necklace by New Zealand artist Rueben Tipene. One off work of art to wear.A hand carved large New Zealand Argillite double Hook, Matau, necklace. The cord is a black and blue coloured and is adjustable in length. A large sized hand made double hook necklace by New Zealand artist Rueben Tipene. One off work of art to wear.
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    ATAATA
    ATAATA - Reflection Matau Rua, Double Hook - designed and carved by Rueben Tipene ATAATA is a unique double Matau, crafted from quality argillite stone. This piece beautifully captures the essence of traditional New Zealand design, making it a distinctive and eye-catching accessory. Wear ATAATA and feel...
    £443.00 GBP
    £443.00 GBP
  • This picture shows a large matau, hook called a pā kahawai. It is carved from deer antler bone, wood, and paua shell. One only, free shipping worldwide. Provided with an adjustable black cord. Stunning work of Art to Wear by Fumio Noguchi.This picture shows a large matau, hook called a pā kahawai. It is carved from deer antler bone, wood, and paua shell. One only, free shipping worldwide. Provided with an adjustable black cord. Stunning work of Art to Wear by Fumio Noguchi.
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    AU FOND
    AU FOND The Pā Kahawai is a composite trolling lure that was widely used throughout Polynesia to troll for fish. This particular design was specifically made to target the Kahawai - a sea trout commonly found in New Zealand waters. The lure was trailed behind canoes...
    £438.00 GBP
    £438.00 GBP
  • Whalebone double manaia pendant with paua shell, hand carved in New Zealand for NZ Pacific. Maori design pendant for sale online.Whalebone double manaia pendant with paua shell, hand carved in New Zealand for NZ Pacific. Maori design pendant for sale online.
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    AUMAKUA’S SHADOW
    AUMAKUA’S SHADOW - a wonderful, large, double sided Manaia pendant. Introducing AUMAKUA’S SHADOW! Crafted from a piece of sperm whale jaw, this is a large and visually powerful piece. AUMAKUA’S SHADOW is a unique carved pendant from a gorgeous, grainy piece of whalebone. 'Ofa...
    £310.00 GBP
    £310.00 GBP
  • Hand carved bone hook pendant. This piece is carved with a winged decoration on the upper part. We've named it 'Avenger' after the Goddess Nike. Shipping is free worldwide.Hand carved bone hook pendant. This piece is carved with a winged decoration on the upper part. We've named it 'Avenger' after the Goddess Nike. Shipping is free worldwide.
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    AVENGER
    AVENGER - A winged fish hook necklace (hei-matau) handcarved in a unique style, with some beautiful detailing to add a little flair! The necklace cord is hand plaited and length adjustable. It has a couple of slip knots that will allow you to position the piece where...
    £51.00 GBP
    £51.00 GBP
  • This photo shows a greenstone hook, or matau, pendant. It is a beautiful green British Columbia jade stone. The plaited cord is a black colour. It is plaited and the length can be adjusted.This photo shows a greenstone hook, or matau, pendant. It is a beautiful green British Columbia jade stone. The plaited cord is a black colour. It is plaited and the length can be adjusted.
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    BEYOND THE FEAR
    Always look BEYOND THE FEAR... BEYOND THE FEAR is crafted in beautiful British Columbian jade. This is a faultless, dark moss-green stone with very few mineral inclusions. If you like an even, bright and highly polished finish - this is worth a look! The cord is...
    £158.00 GBP
    £158.00 GBP
  • Hand made New Zealand Kahurangi Jade, hook, hei-matau pendant. Hand carved fish hook made from New Zealand jade. Carved by Ross Crump. Provided with adjustable black cord.Hand made New Zealand Kahurangi Jade, hook, hei-matau pendant. Hand carved fish hook made from New Zealand jade. Carved by Ross Crump. Provided with adjustable black cord.
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    BUCCANEER
    BUCCANEER - Sea Pirate Carved from stunning New Zealand Kahurangi Jade - these matau pendants are a gorgeous, smaller sized pendant. The Jade is a lovely semi-translucent, apple green jade sourced locally in New Zealand. As an adornment, matau are said to bring prosperity, abundance,...
    £154.00 GBP
    £154.00 GBP
  • This photo shows a matau pendant carved from New Zealand Totoweka Pounamu, Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable red coloured cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a matau pendant carved from New Zealand Totoweka Pounamu, Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable red coloured cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    COURAGE
    COURAGE - look at the colours in this gorgeous Matau! Watch the video to truly appreciate this mysterious and alluring piece of New Zealand Totoweka pounamu. Beautiful, delicately carved and graceful.  If you are going to gift this piece, we suggest that you wear...
    £177.00 GBP
    £177.00 GBP
  • This photo shows a beautiful jade swan hook suspended from a hand plaited purple/brown cord. This swan hook was carved for us by Jen Hung who is a master jade carver from New Zealand.This photo shows a beautiful jade swan hook suspended from a hand plaited purple/brown cord. This swan hook was carved for us by Jen Hung who is a master jade carver from New Zealand.
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    CYGNUS
    CYGNUS - Greek for Swan, hand carved by Jen Hung. CYGNUS is hand carved from a beautiful piece of New Zealand Totoweka Jade. The inspiration for this design is the swan. In the depths of cool jade, the swan emerges - a symbol of...
    £397.00 GBP
    £397.00 GBP
  • Hand carved natural bone engraved hook pendant with kauri wood. Handmade matau necklace carved from bone and wood. Made in New Zealand and for sale online at NZ Pacific. Engraved bone and wood hook necklace for lovers of wearable art.Hand carved natural bone engraved hook pendant with kauri wood. Handmade matau necklace carved from bone and wood. Made in New Zealand and for sale online at NZ Pacific. Engraved bone and wood hook necklace for lovers of wearable art.
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    DER JAEGER
    DER JAEGER - the hunter A wild and wonderful, larger-sized, hook pendant. Carved by Fumio Noguchi. Adorn yourself with this beautiful, handmade 'DER JAEGER' necklace. Crafted with care from cow bone and New Zealand Kauri wood, the piece features a hand-engraved hook pendant and...
    £367.00 GBP
    £367.00 GBP
  • Hand carved bone hook pendant hand made by Peter Mitchell in New Zealand. This bone hook is provided with an adjustable black cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch. Free delivery worldwide.Hand carved bone hook pendant hand made by Peter Mitchell in New Zealand. This bone hook is provided with an adjustable black cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch. Free delivery worldwide.
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    DISCOVERY
    If you like handcrafted, traditional art to wear, and if you appreciate the finest craftsmanship - check this piece out, it's a beauty! DISCOVERY is carved from natural bone in New Zealand by Maori artist Peter Mitchell. We absolutely love the two tone matte and polished...
    £81.00 GBP
    £81.00 GBP
  • This photo shows a large hook with koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. We provide this piece with an adjustable black cord.This photo shows a large hook with koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. We provide this piece with an adjustable black cord.
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    EDGE OF TRADITION
    EDGE OF TRADITION - large matau pendant  A Boldly Carved Pounamu Matau! This striking matau (fishhook) pendant, hand-carved by Shaun Gardiner, redefines strength with edgy, contemporary lines and impeccable craftsmanship. Carved from an exceptional piece of deep green New Zealand pounamu, its silky satin-matte...
    £265.00 GBP
    £265.00 GBP
  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade Hook pendant. New Zealand Jade hook necklace. Real New Zealand Pounamu hook pendant for men and women. Free worldwide delivery.Hand carved New Zealand Jade Hook pendant. New Zealand Jade hook necklace. Real New Zealand Pounamu hook pendant for men and women. Free worldwide delivery.
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    EMANCIPATION
    EMANCIPATION This matau is carved in an angular and bold shape with a subtle celtic influence in the hook's tip. The piece with the Kalahari cord is carved from stunning New Zealand Tangiwai. While the matau with the Manuka Green cord is carved in...
    From £195.00 GBP
    From £195.00 GBP
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  • This photo shows a matau pendant carved from New Zealand Kawakawa Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable green coloured cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a matau pendant carved from New Zealand Kawakawa Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable green coloured cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    FREE SPIRIT
    FREE SPIRIT - a medium sized matau pendant, carved from a beautiful, bright New Zealand Kawakawa pounamu. Beautiful, delicately carved and graceful.  This particular piece has been carved from a marvellous piece of Kawakawa pounamu. A radiant, semi-translucent stone that lets the light through showing the...
    £128.00 GBP
    £128.00 GBP
  • This photo shows a large matau, or hook, pendant carved in deep green New Zealand Jade. It is a very interesting piece which has a koru carved into the centre of the hook. It is strung on a manuka green cord which is adjustable. The artist who carved this pendant is Ross Crump, a master carver of jade from New Zealand.This photo shows a large matau, or hook, pendant carved in deep green New Zealand Jade. It is a very interesting piece which has a koru carved into the centre of the hook. It is strung on a manuka green cord which is adjustable. The artist who carved this pendant is Ross Crump, a master carver of jade from New Zealand.
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    FREEDOM FLYER
    FREEDOM FLYER - a wonderful matau pendant for adventurous travellers! Carved from beautiful, semi-translucent kawakawa jade. The colour palette in this piece is fabulous! A sprinkle of pale clouds on the top, descending into a deep, bright green through the body. Carved for us...
    £243.00 GBP
    £243.00 GBP
  • Hand made large New Zealand Argillite toki with hook pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand by Rueben Tipene. Hand made jewellery. Unique large Argillite Stone Toki and hook pendant with adjustable cord. Free shipping worldwide.Hand made large New Zealand Argillite toki with hook pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand by Rueben Tipene. Hand made jewellery. Unique large Argillite Stone Toki and hook pendant with adjustable cord. Free shipping worldwide.
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    GALAXY
    GALAXY Carved from New Zealand Argillite by Rueben Tipene A spectacular piece of stone - a wonderfully strong carving! GALAXY is a large and powerful Toki with a Matau heart center. A wonderful dark piece carved in New Zealand argillite, beautifully designed and finished!...
    £300.00 GBP
    £300.00 GBP
  • This picture shows a hook shaped pendant, hand carved from New Zealand flower jade. The top of the hook, the shaft, is a twist shape. We will provide this with an adjustable plaited cord. The cord is a adjustable and is a black colour. Twist and koru designs are also displayed in this stunning New Zealand Marsden Flower Jade pendant. Hand made by Ana Krakosky.This picture shows a hook shaped pendant, hand carved from New Zealand flower jade. The top of the hook, the shaft, is a twist shape. We will provide this with an adjustable plaited cord. The cord is a adjustable and is a black colour. Twist and koru designs are also displayed in this stunning New Zealand Marsden Flower Jade pendant. Hand made by Ana Krakosky.
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    HARMONY
    HARMONY This koru with a hei matau (hook) is a modern take on a traditional design. Koru - harmony and eternal movement. Hei matau - strength, good luck and safe travel over water. A double sided beauty, hand made by Ana Krakosky. This pendant...
    £394.00 GBP
    £394.00 GBP
  • This photo shows a hook with koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. We provide this piece with an adjustable oat cord.This photo shows a hook with koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. We provide this piece with an adjustable oat cord.
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    ILLUMINATE
    ILLUMINATE - a gorgeous matau with koru heart Hand carved by Shaun Gardiner. This piece has the wow factor big time! Carved from an exceptional piece of jade, this is a really wonderful piece of carved art. The colouring in the stone is remarkable...
    £221.00 GBP
    £221.00 GBP
  • This koru/matau, is carved from a very striking New Zealand jade. It is both intricate and simple in design - it has hidden folds and smooth curves. A piece to be worn, the carving and the jade are both magnificent.This koru/matau, is carved from a very striking New Zealand jade. It is both intricate and simple in design - it has hidden folds and smooth curves. A piece to be worn, the carving and the jade are both magnificent.
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    JADE MARAUDER
    JADE MARAUDER a lovely small piece of jade art carved for us by Ric Moor. This stylish koru, is carved from very striking New Zealand jade. It is a wonderfully, character-filled piece of Kokopu jade. A beautiful green, dappled, interesting and unique. The best...
    £195.00 GBP
    £195.00 GBP
  • A hand carved large New Zealand Argillite double Hook, Matau, necklace. The cord is a grey colour and is adjustable in length. A large sized hand made double hook necklace by New Zealand artist Rueben Tipene. One off work of art to wear.A hand carved large New Zealand Argillite double Hook, Matau, necklace. The cord is a grey colour and is adjustable in length. A large sized hand made double hook necklace by New Zealand artist Rueben Tipene. One off work of art to wear.
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    KĀ
    KĀ - Ignite Matau Rua, Double Hook - Ignite your inner fire! Hand carved from a wonderful piece of New Zealand argillite stone by Rueben Tipene. Show your adventurous spirit and carry New Zealand's unique culture with you wherever you travel. This beautiful, edgy double Matau is...
    £398.00 GBP
    £443.00 GBP
    £398.00 GBP
  • Hand carved large New Zealand Jade and Argillite Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Inanga Pounamu stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.Hand carved large New Zealand Jade and Argillite Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Inanga Pounamu stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
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    KA TOHE AU
    KA TOHE AU - I will Persevere A spectacular sculptural Matau, carved by Kerry Thompson. This is an outstanding artwork carved in New Zealand pounamu and argillite. The matau sculpture is presented on a stand made from a beautiful inanga pounamu - a rare...
    £3,442.00 GBP
    £3,442.00 GBP
  • Green Jade hook pendantGreen Jade hook pendant
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    KAPITI
    KAPITI A smaller-sized, handmade matau pendant carved from a beautiful piece of New Zealand jade. A lovely interpretation of the traditional Māori fishhook, this pounamu pendant attracts attention with its striking presence and careful craftsmanship. Carved from premium New Zealand jade, its dynamic curves...
    £154.00 GBP
    £154.00 GBP
  • Hand carved jade matau, hook, pendant. Hand made in New Zealand from beautiful and striking Jade.Hand carved jade matau, hook, pendant. Hand made in New Zealand from beautiful and striking Jade.
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    KERMADEC
    KERMADEC - a handmade matau pendant carved from a very distinctive, colourful piece of New Zealand jade. This is a real show-stopper! A strong pendant, beautifully carved and visually imposing. Of particular note is the exceptional stone used here. A very unusual piece of...
    £200.00 GBP
    £200.00 GBP
  • This picture shows a carved Matau, Hook, in New Zealand Jade. It is a hook shaped pendant pendant that culminates in a fish tail. It is provided with a black coloured cord that is length adjustable. Hand made in New Zealand by Andrew Doughty.This picture shows a carved Matau, Hook, in New Zealand Jade. It is a hook shaped pendant pendant that culminates in a fish tail. It is provided with a black coloured cord that is length adjustable. Hand made in New Zealand by Andrew Doughty.
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    KIA TAU TE RANGIMARIE KI A KOUTOU
    KIA TAU TE RANGIMARIE KI A KOUTOU - Peace be with you KIA TAU TE RANGIMARIE KI A KOUTOU is the work of Andrew Doughty - he has crafted a stunning Matau from New Zealand jade. Fishing was a sacred activity for early māori -...
    £295.00 GBP
    £295.00 GBP
  • Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.Hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Stone Matau, hook carving displayed in a New Zealand Pākohe stand sculpture. Hand carved here in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. This is a 'one only' sculpture, a beautiful display piece.
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    KINGFISHER
    NEW ARRIVAL KINGFISHER A spectacular sculptural Matau, carved by Kerry Thompson. This is an outstanding artwork carved in New Zealand Argillite. A matau sculpture presented on a stand made from a chip of Argillite. KINGFISHER - ONE ONLY - Please view the video of...
    £1,967.00 GBP
    £1,967.00 GBP
  • This is a beautiful bone carving pendant. We have designed a hook with a Kingfish motif especially for those lover of the ocean and all you fanatical fishermen out there. This piece is designed and made by NZ Pacific and is for sale worldwide.This is a beautiful bone carving pendant. We have designed a hook with a Kingfish motif especially for those lover of the ocean and all you fanatical fishermen out there. This piece is designed and made by NZ Pacific and is for sale worldwide.
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    KINGI
    KINGI - also known as the Yellowtail Amberjack or Kingfish. An awesome fish found in our southern oceans. The wearer of a Hei-Matau is seen as a provider and protector who is strong willed and determined to succeed in life - what a lovely...
    £84.00 GBP
    £84.00 GBP
  • This photo shows a hook pendant carved from New Zealand Flower Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable Kalahari cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a hook pendant carved from New Zealand Flower Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable Kalahari cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    KISSED BY THE SUN
    KISSED BY THE SUN - a medium sized hook pendant. KISSED BY THE SUN is a pendant carved by Shaun Gardiner with his quintessential design flair and singular carving talent! A hook like no other - a joyful piece crafted from an exceptional piece...
    £200.00 GBP
    £287.00 GBP
    £200.00 GBP
  • This pendant is a gorgeous and intricately carved mermaid hook pendant. Carved by renowned bone carver Yuri Terenyi for us. This is a masterpiece. It is a mermaid with her tail culminating into a hook. The craftsmanship displayed in this piece is extraordinary - a collectors item, or a piece to wear and love.This pendant is a gorgeous and intricately carved mermaid hook pendant. Carved by renowned bone carver Yuri Terenyi for us. This is a masterpiece. It is a mermaid with her tail culminating into a hook. The craftsmanship displayed in this piece is extraordinary - a collectors item, or a piece to wear and love.
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    L'AMACA DELLE SIRENE
    L'AMACA DELLE SIRENE - the mermaids hammock L'AMACA DELLE SIRENE is a gorgeous piece! Carved in bone for us by Yuri Terenyi. A pendant that will take your heart to the ocean (on a good day!) - it is enchanting and sensual, beautifully carved and ready...
    £212.00 GBP
    £212.00 GBP
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