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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  • A hand carved bone contemporary bird pendant. The cord is a black colour and is a fixed length. A medium sized hand made contemporary necklace by New Zealand artist Kerry Thompson. Kerry has stained parts of the bone which really add to the dimension of this pendant. One off work of art to wear.A hand carved bone contemporary bird pendant. The cord is a black colour and is a fixed length. A medium sized hand made contemporary necklace by New Zealand artist Kerry Thompson. Kerry has stained parts of the bone which really add to the dimension of this pendant. One off work of art to wear.
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    TATA
    TATA A wonderful bone pendant, hand carved by New Zealand artist Kerry Thompson. This is quintessential Kerry Thompson - beautiful flowing lines, creative design and his fantastic ability to play with colour through a mix of stained and polished bone.  TATA is a medium sized pendant and...
    $404.00 USD
    $404.00 USD
  • Hand carved natural stained bone contemporary disc pendant with creative and unique carvings on the front face of each individual piece.Hand carved natural stained bone contemporary disc pendant with creative and unique carvings on the front face of each individual piece.
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    ZEITGEIST
    ZEITGEIST - the spirit of a generation These beautiful little disc carvings are new to our collection. They were carved for us by Yuri's partner Aahmes Quince - an artist in her own right. We have a variety to offer you all with unique carvings on...
    $96.00 USD
    $120.00 USD
    $96.00 USD
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  • A hand carved and intricate koru pendant made for us by Yuri Terenyi. This is a beautiful little piece and is emblematic of the well known and loved Koru design. It is carved from bone in a round shape with decorative design carved into the koru. It is suspended from a sage green cord with a blue floret and the necklace is adjustable.A hand carved and intricate koru pendant made for us by Yuri Terenyi. This is a beautiful little piece and is emblematic of the well known and loved Koru design. It is carved from bone in a round shape with decorative design carved into the koru. It is suspended from a red/khaki cord with a red floret and the necklace is adjustable.
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    NAIAD
    NAIAD is a unique, hand carved pendant made from natural bone. It features a graceful design with intricate koru carvings that flow artfully along the front and back. This exquisite piece is sure to appeal to those seeking a pendant with a timeless beauty. NAIAD...
    $271.00 USD
    $271.00 USD
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  • Hand carved bone dolphin pendant with black adjustable cord.Hand carved bone dolphin pendant with black adjustable cord.
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    DOLPHIN DANCE
    DOLPHIN DANCE - a wonderful, fantastical dolphin pendant, smooth and wonderful... Hand carved from bone. DOLPHIN DANCE is a fabulous gift for someone who loves the ocean - and maybe that's you! If you like handcrafted, traditional art to wear, and if you appreciate...
    $148.00 USD
    $148.00 USD
  • This necklace is carved from cow bone and stained with a homemade tea dye. It is a unique piece of wearable art that is sure to catch the eye. The shape is a complex twist form and has been beautifully hand carved by bone carver Yuri Terenyi.This necklace is carved from cow bone and stained with a homemade tea dye. It is a unique piece of wearable art that is sure to catch the eye. The shape is a complex twist form and has been beautifully hand carved by bone carver Yuri Terenyi.
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    MALOYA
    MALOYA - a high mountain pass in the Swiss Alps MALOYA is carved from a single piece of cow bone and is stained with a homemade tea dye. It is a unique piece of art that has been made to wear. If ever a piece...
    $609.00 USD
    $609.00 USD
  • This picture shows a hand carved black jade circle pendant with sterling silver inlay. It is suspended from an adjustable Black cord. Delivery is free worldwide.This picture shows a hand carved black jade circle pendant with sterling silver inlay. It is suspended from an adjustable Black cord. Delivery is free worldwide.
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    ENSŌ
    ENSŌ - ZEN Circle Normally drawn with one or two fluid brushstrokes, ENSŌ represents a moment in time when the mind is free and the body can create unimpeded by worldly constraints. A symbol of total enlightenment, a minimalist symbol for strength and elegance...
    $342.40 USD
    $428.00 USD
    $342.40 USD
  • Hand holding a green knife with a forest backgroundHand made Jade knife with inset cartridge heads. Carved from a lovely piece of local New Zealand Jade. The quality of the workmanship and design is outstanding - this is a gorgeous display piece.
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    357 MAGNUM
    357 MAGNUM - a large sculptural knife carved from New Zealand pounamu. This is an earthy tactile piece, beautifully balanced with sharp, clean lines - a lovely design that has been carved beautifully! 357 MAGNUM was carved by John Elson and reflects his fascination...
    $748.00 USD
    $748.00 USD
  • This necklace is carved from cow bone and stained with a homemade tea dye. It is a unique piece of wearable art that is sure to catch the eye. The shape is a complex twist form and has been beautifully hand carved by bone carver Yuri Terenyi.This necklace is carved from cow bone and stained with a homemade tea dye. It is a unique piece of wearable art that is sure to catch the eye. The shape is a complex twist form and has been beautifully hand carved by bone carver Yuri Terenyi.
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    SKY HIGH
    SKY HIGH Bone carving at its best! This is a complex manaia carving created for us by Yuri Terenyi. Yuri carved this piece from a single piece of bone, and stained it with his self-made tea dye. It is a complex design beautifully executed....
    $598.40 USD
    $748.00 USD
    $598.40 USD
  • Hand carved contemporary jade broken sea shell jewellery. Made by Donna Summers for NZ Pacific from New Zealand greenstone. Authentic jade jewellery for sale online. These are a beautiful and feminine necklace and would make the perfect gift for the women in your life.Hand carved contemporary jade broken sea shell jewellery. Made by Donna Summers for NZ Pacific from New Zealand greenstone. Authentic jade jewellery for sale online. These are a beautiful and feminine necklace and would make the perfect gift for the women in your life.
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    SEA SWEPT
    SEA SWEPT A rough sea sweeps a shell from the ocean floor and the process of returning to the elements begins. Donna has captured this journey beautifully in jade. This piece represents the remnants of a seashell that has largely returned to the ocean...
    $285.60 USD
    $357.00 USD
    $285.60 USD
  • A lovely New Zealand jade drop pendant. This piece is made from a semi-translucent jade and is a wonderful deep green colour. Carved by Ric Moor for NZ Pacific and delivered worldwide. Provided with an adjustable Khaki cord.A lovely New Zealand jade drop pendant. This piece is made from a semi-translucent jade and is a wonderful deep green colour. Carved by Ric Moor for NZ Pacific and delivered worldwide. Provided with an adjustable Khaki cord.
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    YOUR EDGE
    YOUR EDGE - a beautiful drop pendant, sleek and fine, carved in New Zealand Jade. The jade is a lovely deep green with a creamy clarity. By this we mean that it lets a diffused light through the stone. It is very nice! Unique...
    $225.00 USD
    $225.00 USD
  • Hand carved huia bird skull made from New Zealand Marsden Jade pendant. Carved for NZ Pacific by Kyohei Noguchi. This is a contemporary piece of jewellery that is carved with intricate detail and clearly shows a beautiful bird skull. We ship this free worldwide with DHL Express Courier.Hand carved huia bird skull made from New Zealand Marsden Jade pendant. Carved for NZ Pacific by Kyohei Noguchi. This is a contemporary piece of jewellery that is carved with intricate detail and clearly shows a beautiful bird skull. We ship this free worldwide with DHL Express Courier.
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    SIGHTED
    SIGHTED - a piece of wearable art for ornithologists, bird watchers and all lovers of our feathered friends!  Hand carved in New Zealand pounamu by Kyohei Noguchi - SIGHTED is his representation of the beautiful Huia bird. This a lovely piece, hand carved from New Zealand Kawakawa Jade...
    $713.00 USD
    $713.00 USD
  • 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...
    $349.00 USD
    $349.00 USD
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  • Hand carved New Zealand flower Jade disc drop pendant with smaller pounamu and silver insert. Made by Ana Krakosky for NZ Pacific in New Zealand Pounamu, jade. A beautiful orange and green jade disc necklace with black adjustable cord.Hand carved New Zealand flower Jade disc drop pendant with smaller pounamu and silver insert. Made by Ana Krakosky for NZ Pacific in New Zealand Pounamu, jade. A beautiful orange and green jade disc necklace with black adjustable cord.
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    NEW LIFE WITHIN
    NEW LIFE WITHIN In the artists words... "The shape of this pendant is simple and aesthetically pleasing. The circle could be interpreted to mean life without beginning or end. In this case I would interpret the smaller circle as a new life also." A...
    $566.00 USD
    $566.00 USD
  • POKERFACE - a traditional Gambier Island figurine, carved as a pendant. This piece was hand carved for us by Yuri Terenyi. This is a work of art and is a collectable piece of traditional bone carving. It can be worn as a special piece of jewellery or displayed. This is art made to wear at its finest.POKERFACE - a traditional Gambier Island figurine, carved as a pendant. This piece was hand carved for us by Yuri Terenyi. This is a work of art and is a collectable piece of traditional bone carving. It can be worn as a special piece of jewellery or displayed. This is art made to wear at its finest.
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    POKERFACE
    ONE ONLY POKERFACE - a traditional Gambier Islands figurine, carved as a pendant. This piece was hand carved for us by Yuri Terenyi and is a work of collectable, ethnic art. It can be worn as a special piece of jewellery or displayed. Hand...
    $513.60 USD
    $642.00 USD
    $513.60 USD
  • Hand carved bone fish skeleton pendant. Hand made bone fish necklace. Fish themed jewellery. Ocean themed pendant. One only necklace provided with adjustable cord and free delivery.Hand carved bone fish skeleton pendant. Hand made bone fish necklace. Fish themed jewellery. Ocean themed pendant. One only necklace provided with adjustable cord and free delivery.
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    PISCIS
    PISCIS - hand carved with great detail and care. A pendant for lovers of the ocean and of course the fish that inhabit it. Creative, unique and beautifully hand made. From one of the world's greatest fishing regions (no bias here!), we bring you 'PISCIS' -...
    $146.00 USD
    $146.00 USD
  • Hand made jade star pendant. Star shaped necklace hand made from Jade, delivered with Express Courier. We provide this pendant on an adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand made jade star pendant. Star shaped necklace hand made from Jade, delivered with Express Courier. We provide this pendant on an adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    POLARIS
    Polaris - guiding star A beautiful, contemporary necklace hand carved from a lovely piece of Aceh nephrite jade. The stone is a soft green which complements the gently curved shape of the star. The finish is a silky polish that is lovely to handle...
    $219.00 USD
    $219.00 USD
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  • This photo shows a beautiful flower jade bamboo hook suspended from a hand plaited brown cord. The bamboo hook was carved for us by Jen Hung who is a master jade carver from New Zealand.This photo shows a beautiful flower jade bamboo hook suspended from a hand plaited brown cord. The bamboo hook was carved for us by Jen Hung who is a master jade carver from New Zealand.
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    BAMBOO HOOK
    BAMBOO HOOK - carved by Jen Hung. BAMBOO HOOK is hand carved from what can only be described as a beautiful piece of New Zealand Flower Jade. The colours in this jade are wonderful - green and orange hues collide perfectly. Another classic piece from Jen Hung - clear...
    $351.00 USD
    $351.00 USD
  • A lovely disc design with cupping on one side and the lightly convex form on the other - a little feature that captures the light and gives the piece a sense of movement and form. Hand made from New Zealand Jade by Ric Moor. Delivered with an adjustable black cord.A lovely disc design with cupping on one side and the lightly convex form on the other - a little feature that captures the light and gives the piece a sense of movement and form. Hand made from New Zealand Jade by Ric Moor. Delivered with an adjustable black cord.
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    BEACON
    A unique pendant from Ric Moor - made from lovely New Zealand jade. BEACON has a wonderful semi-translucent top half when held to the light. Add a beautiful piece of Art to Wear to your daily style... BEACON can be worn either side facing...
    $299.00 USD
    $383.00 USD
    $299.00 USD
  • This pendant is a gorgeous and intricately carved mermaid and merman pendant. Carved by renowned bone carver Yuri Terenyi for us, this is a little masterpiece. 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 and merman pendant. Carved by renowned bone carver Yuri Terenyi for us, this is a little masterpiece. The craftsmanship displayed in this piece is extraordinary - a collectors item, or a piece to wear and love.
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    MOANA'S PARADISE
    MOANA'S PARADISE - with her head held high and a song sung true. It is MOANA'S PARADISE that calls to you. Hand carved in bone by Yuri Terenyi, this is an outstanding little work of art. Detailed and wonderfully expressive - a siren of the sea...
    $644.00 USD
    $644.00 USD
  • This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable oat cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable oat cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    FERN
    FERN - a medium sized koru pendant, carved from a beautiful New Zealand pounamu. FERN is a pendant carved from the land of New Zealand - wear it and feel that connection with solid ground. This particular piece has been carved from a marvellous...
    $347.20 USD
    $434.00 USD
    $347.20 USD
  • This photo shows a beautiful New Zealand flower jade toki suspended from a hand plaited adjustable cord. The binding around the top of the toki is a creme and brown colour. The cord is length adjustable which allows the pendant to be positioned where it suits you best. The toki was carved for us by Jen Hung who is a wonderful jade carver from New Zealand.This photo shows a beautiful New Zealand flower jade toki suspended from a hand plaited adjustable cord. The binding around the top of the toki is a creme and brown colour. The cord is length adjustable which allows the pendant to be positioned where it suits you best. The toki was carved for us by Jen Hung who is a wonderful jade carver from New Zealand.
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    MANIOTOTO
    MANIOTOTO is a wonderful toki hand carved from a lovely, varied piece of New Zealand Flower Jade. Lots of colour and character reflecting the ground it formed in. MANIOTOTO is unique in its colours, and in the binding and finish. MANIOTOTO - named after an...
    $452.00 USD
    $452.00 USD
  • This piece is a medium sized, oval round, disc pendant. It was carved for us by Ric Moor from a lovely deep green and orange piece of New Zealand flower jade. It is suspended on an black coloured braided cord that is length adjustable.This piece is a medium sized, oval round, disc pendant. It was carved for us by Ric Moor from a lovely deep green and orange piece of New Zealand flower jade. It is suspended on an black coloured braided cord that is length adjustable.
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    MEADOW
    MEADOW A beautiful carved disc pendant with gorgeous colour variation and structure - hand made in New Zealand Marsden jade. MEADOW is a true treasure, crafted to celebrate the profound significance and natural allure of New Zealand jade. The design highlights a stunning cross-section...
    $263.20 USD
    $329.00 USD
    $263.20 USD
  • This photo shows a contemporary koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable black coloured cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a contemporary koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable black coloured cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    DIG DEEP
    DIG DEEP - a contemporary Koru pendant. Beautiful, delicately carved and graceful! DIG DEEP is a pendant carved from the pounamu of New Zealand. A rare and beautiful local jade with exceptional colour - this is clearly reflected in this piece of stone! Wear it...
    $259.00 USD
    $397.00 USD
    $259.00 USD
  • A hand carved masterpiece. A beautiful contemporary pendant carved from bone by Yuri Terenyi for NZ Pacific. This is a true piece of wearable art which is collectible. A one-off masterpiece and quite unique. Provided with an adjustable pale honey cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.A hand carved masterpiece. A beautiful contemporary pendant carved from bone by Yuri Terenyi for NZ Pacific. This is a true piece of wearable art which is collectible. A one-off masterpiece and quite unique. Provided with an adjustable pale honey cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    GARLAND
    GARLAND Wear it or gift it, GARLAND is a wonderful work of Art to Wear! We can't speak highly enough about the craftsmanship required to carve a piece like this. It falls beautifully, and looks deceptively simple. In reality it is very complex -...
    $292.00 USD
    $292.00 USD
  • 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
    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 Kerry Thompson...
    $3,110.00 USD
    $3,110.00 USD
  • This piece is a fine, delicate eternity shaped pendant. It was carved from a lovely green piece of British Columbian jade. It is suspended on an plum coloured cord that is length adjustable.This piece is a fine, delicate eternity shaped pendant. It was carved from a lovely green piece of British Columbian jade. It is suspended on an green coloured cord that is length adjustable.
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    ETERNITY
    ETERNITY – hand-carved from premium British Columbian jade, this pendant showcases the stone’s distinctive semi-translucent green depth, and is polished to an impeccable high-gloss finish. The timeless infinity motif is rendered with precision, embodying both symbolic meaning and refined craftsmanship. Its compact, deliberate proportions...
    $271.00 USD
    $271.00 USD
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  • These are handmade skull pendants carved from deer antler with Synthetic Ruby Red Corundum. A fantastic piece if you like skulls and would like a medium sized piece. The cord is adjustable so you can wear this where it suits you best. We ship these free worldwide.These are handmade skull pendants carved from deer antler with Synthetic Ruby Red Corundum. A fantastic piece if you like skulls and would like a medium sized piece. The cord is adjustable so you can wear this where it suits you best. We ship these free worldwide.
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    LASER-EYED LARRY
    LASER-EYED LARRY - he’s not angry, just amused… and slightly radioactive! LASER-EYED LARRY - your new favourite (and slightly judgmental) undead accessory. Hand-carved from ethically sourced deer antler, this skull pendant stares into your soul with its piercing ruby red eyes, glowing like a demonic...
    $190.00 USD
    $190.00 USD
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  • This picture shows a stylised couple in a close embrace sharing a kiss. The pendant is hand carved from a bright faultless piece of British Columbian jade. The cord is a 3-ply plaited green which is adjustable.This picture shows a stylised couple in a close embrace sharing a kiss. The pendant is hand carved from a bright faultless piece of British Columbian jade. The cord is a 3-ply plaited green which is adjustable.
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    PASSIONATE EMBRACE
    PASSIONATE EMBRACE - Hand Carved British Columbian Jade Pendant Treat yourself to a PASSIONATE EMBRACE, an emblem of passionate, true love. This beautiful, hand-carved pendant is perfect for showing your passion and commitment. We have carved this from a silky smooth and faultless piece of British...
    $249.00 USD
    $249.00 USD
  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade pendant with adjustable cord. This piece is a stand out work of creativity and skill and we love Jen Hung's creations. Unique, one only, New Zealand made necklace for sale. Free shipping worldwide.Hand carved New Zealand Jade pendant with adjustable cord. This piece is a stand out work of creativity and skill and we love Jen Hung's creations. Unique, one only, New Zealand made necklace for sale. Free shipping worldwide.
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    SUNSET OVER THE ALPS
    SUNSET OVER THE ALPS A beautiful piece of New Zealand Kokopu jade and a ton of creativity from Jen Hung - the result is this beautiful, contemporary toki/drop pendant. Like all of Jen's work, this is a wonderfully creative piece of jewellery. The perfect...
    $362.00 USD
    $362.00 USD
  • Hand carved black jade crucifix pendant. The cross has been carved from Australian black jade and the Christ from Woolly Mammoth Tusk. This is a beautiful crucifix that has been handmade by NZ Pacific. For sale online and shipping is free.Hand carved black jade crucifix pendant. The cross has been carved from Australian black jade and the Christ from Woolly Mammoth Tusk. This is a beautiful crucifix that has been handmade by NZ Pacific. For sale online and shipping is free.
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    REDEEMER
    REDEEMER A simple Black Jade crucifix pendant with an intricate, hand carved Christ made from Woolly Mammoth Tusk. These are intricately carved and quite beautiful - the pictures and video show the quality of the workmanship clearly. We have carved these from Black Jade - a...
    $350.00 USD
    $350.00 USD
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