Hand carved from a lovely piece of local New Zealand Jade. The quality of the workmanship and design is outstanding - this is a piece you will want to wear all the time. We have suspended this from a 3-plait olive cord which can be adjusted with a couple of slip knots and olive binding.

ACHILLES

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ACHILLES is a beautiful piece of traditional wearable art, carved from New Zealand greenstone for us by RIC MOOR. Enjoy the unique workmanship and design of this piece and cherish it as a life companion on your adventures!

The toki, or adze, is a symbol of strength. The adze was a key survival tool, so the owner of a good one was believed to be strong and powerful. They were used to carve ocean-going waka (sea canoes) and to build central meeting houses so they played a central role in traditional life of māori.

The toki is traditionally worn for strength and courage - to assist through life's challenges.

We also include one of our 'Kia Ora' cards, which explains the meaning behind the Toki design.

Delivery with Express Courier is included in the price.

Meaning: Courage ~ Wisdom ~ Authority

Artist: Ric Moor

Material: New Zealand Jade, Pounamu

Cord Colour: Four Plait Olive Cord with Olive Binding

Cord Length: Adjustable

Size: 50mm (1.9") long; 25mm (1") wide

Shipping & Returns

Worldwide shipping is free. All International deliveries over $NZ150 are made using an Express Courier service. Packages with a value up to NZ$150 will be shipped using an International Airmail service. Express Courier Packages are tracked. Please visit our 'Shipping Information' page for delivery times to your country. Under some circumstances we are happy to accept an item back for a replacement or refund. Please visit our 'Returns' page for specific information about this.