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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  • This piece is a large sized, oval round, disc pendant. It is suspended on a black coloured braided cord that is length adjustable.This piece is a large sized, oval round, disc pendant. It is suspended on a black coloured braided cord that is length adjustable.
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    POWER DISC
    POWER DISC - carved from New Zealand pounamu  Introducing the pounamu POWER DISC - a chunky little slice of Aotearoa magic! A weighty, no-nonsense, heart-of-the-earth kinda piece, carved straight from NZ’s most legendary stone. No fancy swirls, no glittery tricks - just pure, unapologetic pounamu energy...
    $308.00 USD
    $308.00 USD
  • 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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    TRAUMA
    TRAUMA - A very cool skull pendant! Hand carved from Snowflake Obsidian, an uncommon stone believed by some to have healing properties. This haunting skull pendant embodies raw energy and depth. The top of the skull features natural fractures, symbolising resilience through past struggles...
    $225.00 USD
    $225.00 USD
  • Hand carved small New Zealand jade drop earrings. Made by NZ Pacific from real jade.Hand carved small New Zealand jade drop earrings. Made by NZ Pacific from real jade.
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    SOFT GLOW
    SOFT GLOW - Little jade earrings Crafted from very  fine, translucent jade, these delicate drop earrings capture light with a whisper-soft glow. Carved to paper-thin perfection, they allow the stone’s natural veining to shine through like delicate brushstrokes. They sway with a weightless elegance,...
    $122.00 USD
    $122.00 USD
  • Hand made mammoth tusk drop earrings. Made by NZ Pacific - handmade jewellery for sale online. Woolly Mammoth Tusk fang style earrings, packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand made mammoth tusk drop earrings. Made by NZ Pacific - handmade jewellery for sale online. Woolly Mammoth Tusk fang style earrings, packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    WHITEFANG
    WHITEFANG Hand carved from woolly mammoth tusk, with sterling silver hooks. A beautiful pair of delicate 'fang' style earrings. We have three options available; please use the drop-down menu to make your selection. WHITEFANG are lovingly packaged in one of our woven kete pouches. All...
    $132.00 USD
    $132.00 USD
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  • Hand carved pounamu niho, drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.Hand carved pounamu niho, drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.
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    WITHIN THE MARSH
    WITHIN THE MARSH - A finely carved, small niho pendant. When held to the light, WITHIN THE MARSH has a wonderful marmalade orange glow in the Jade. This is a very small piece, gorgeous jade and perfect if you are looking for a delicate...
    $146.00 USD
    $146.00 USD
  • Hand carved pounamu niho, drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.Hand carved pounamu niho, drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.
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    INNER FORCE
    INNER FORCE - A small niho style pendant. Evidence that small can be quietly impressive! This is a little tooth-shaped pendant, carved from a very fine piece of New Zealand pounamu. Check out our brief video and you will appreciate the design and the...
    $143.00 USD
    $143.00 USD
  • Hand carved pounamu drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.Hand carved pounamu drop pendant. Jade necklace hand made in New Zealand.
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    DROPLET
    DROPLET - A gorgeous small drop pendant. This little pendant is a very small, beautifully shaped pendant carved from a sliver of New Zealand pounamu. A fabulous little companion - or perhaps your connection to Aotearoa! Check out our brief video and you will...
    $143.00 USD
    $143.00 USD
  • Hand made Bone dolphin pendant carved for men and women. Hand carved Bone dolphin with adjustable cord. Gifts for lovers of dolphins and art to wear. Free delivery worldwide.Hand made Bone dolphin pendant carved for men and women. Hand carved Bone dolphin with adjustable cord. Gifts for lovers of dolphins and art to wear. Free delivery worldwide.
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    POPOTO - MAUI DOLPHIN
    POPOTO - Maui Dolphin Pendant, Hand Carved in Bone We have made POPOTO in recognition of the world's smallest and rarest dolphin - the MAUI. This little guy is only found off the West Coast of New Zealand's North Island and is at risk...
    $86.00 USD
    $86.00 USD
  • Hand carved bone whale pendant. Carved by NZ Pacific in natural bone.Hand carved bone whale pendant. Carved by NZ Pacific in natural bone.
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    PORTAGE
    PORTAGE - A hand crafted bone Humpback whale with baby pendant. This is a lovely little pendant designed to express the bond between the whale mother and her baby. The journey of a humpback whale and her baby - carved from natural bone to pay homage...
    $120.00 USD
    $120.00 USD
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  • Hand carved dolphin trio pendant, made from natural bone by NZ Pacific. Hand made natural bone dolphin trilogy necklace, provided with an adjustable cordHand carved dolphin trio pendant, made from natural bone by NZ Pacific. Hand made natural bone dolphin trilogy necklace, provided with an adjustable cord
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    DOLPHIN TRILOGY
    DOLPHIN TRILOGY - Hand Carved in Bone Acknowledging the world's smallest and rarest dolphin - the Hector's Dolphin. This little guy - he's only about 1.4m (4.6') long in real life - is only found off the West Coast of New Zealand's North Island...
    $106.00 USD
    $106.00 USD
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  • This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade drop pendant.This is a wonderful New Zealand Jade drop pendant.
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    POU KAHA
    POU KAHA - a jade drop pendant for lovers of colour and art to wear! Hand carved by Andrew Doughty, this is a pendant that highlights the beauty of our flower jade. A description of this piece in the artists words... This simple Taonga...
    $294.00 USD
    $294.00 USD
  • Winghead or hammerhead shark pendant. Hand carved from deer antler by NZ Pacific. Hand carved bone jewellery for sale online.Winghead or hammerhead shark pendant. Hand carved from deer antler by NZ Pacific. Hand carved bone jewellery for sale online.
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    WINGHEAD
    WINGHEAD - Hammerhead Shark Pendant, Hand carved in Deer Antler We have a real soft spot for the beautiful hammerhead shark. We've carved this one in deer antler. The natural granularity of the material and the variation in colour gives these carvings a real...
    $143.00 USD
    $143.00 USD
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  • Hand made jade and ruby sterling silver necklace.Hand made jade and ruby sterling silver necklace.
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    LILY PADS
    LILY PADS - An absolute work of art! Hand made necklace from gorgeous New Zealand Jade and Ruby stone with sterling silver. Handmade for fashion focussed lovers of unique jewellery! The Stone inserts are all hand carved New Zealand Jade and Ruby - set...
    $791.00 USD
    $791.00 USD
  • This picture shows a medium sized Deer Antler Bone robot skull pendant that we have hand carved. The cord is a plum colour and has a small orange binding just above the pendant.This picture shows a medium sized Deer Antler Bone robot skull pendant that we have hand carved. The cord is a plum colour and has a small orange binding just above the pendant.
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    SMILE MECHANICS
    SMILE MECHANICS - Hand carved from Deer Antler, a smiling robot skull pendant. A pendants for those who think about where we come from and what we might become... Carved from resilient deer antler, this piece captures the moment of transfiguration. The design is...
    $223.00 USD
    $223.00 USD
  • Hand made woolly mammoth tusk sea bear necklace with Sterling Silver. Mammoth tusk polar bear pendant with Sterling silver surround and chain. Made by NZ Pacific and sale online only.Hand made woolly mammoth tusk sea bear necklace with Sterling Silver. Mammoth tusk polar bear pendant with Sterling silver surround and chain. Made by NZ Pacific and sale online only.
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    SEA BEAR
    SEA BEAR - where ancient art meets Ursus Maritimus - the wonderful polar bear...  Hand carved SEA BEAR drop necklace made from Woolly Mammoth tusk. This is a stylised design that captures a distant view of a polar bear wandering the ice. The Mammoth...
    $183.00 USD
    $183.00 USD
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  • Hand made woolly mammoth Aztec design necklace with Sterling Silver chain. Made by NZ Pacific and sale online only.Hand made woolly mammoth Aztec design necklace with Sterling Silver chain. Made by NZ Pacific and sale online only.
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    AZTEC
    AZTEC - where ancient AZTEC art meets daily self expression! Hand carved AZTEC drop necklace made from Woolly Mammoth tusk. A quirky, fun design in the gorgeous pale, golden hues unique to mammoth tusk. One side is detailed, the other flat, so you can...
    $172.00 USD
    $172.00 USD
  • Hand carved woolly mammoth pendant. Carved from woolly mammoth tusk by NZ Pacific.Small mammoth figurine on a snowy mountain peak with a cloudy sky
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    MASTODON
    MASTODON - They're back .... We have made a hand carved Woolly Mammoth pendant - from genuine fossilised, woolly mammoth tusk. This is a beautiful little pendant with lots of character - a fabulous and very unique gift. The Mammoth Tusk used for this...
    $260.00 USD
    $260.00 USD
  • Hand carved Gooseberry sculpture crafted in Black Jade, British Columbian Jade with Basalt stone stand. One only Gooseberry sculpture with lid that encloses a bell.Hand carved Gooseberry sculpture crafted in Black Jade, British Columbian Jade with Basalt stone stand. One only Gooseberry sculpture with lid that encloses a bell.
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    THE FAIRY CALLER
    THE FAIRY CALLER - fine jade sculpture Artist: Madelyne Gourdin In the world of fine sculptural art, few materials demand as much skill and patience as jade. To transform this ancient stone is to converse with the very essence of nature. A recent triumph...
    $6,277.00 USD
    $6,277.00 USD
  • Hand carved bone earrings. Hand made by Amanda Thompson. One only bone earrings. Real bone art to wear. Free Shipping worldwide.Hand carved bone earrings. Hand made by Amanda Thompson. One only bone earrings. Real bone art to wear. Free Shipping worldwide.
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    DREAMWEAVER
    DREAMWEAVER - handcrafted bone earrings. Solid, stylish and eye-catching. Perfect for any occasion, they offer a unique and fascinating look. Whether you're dressing up for a special occasion or adding a touch of sophistication to your everyday look, these earrings will turn heads. A...
    $404.00 USD
    $404.00 USD
  • Hand carved bone earrings. Hand made by Amanda Thompson. One only bone earrings. Real bone art to wear. Free Shipping worldwide.Hand carved bone earrings. Hand made by Amanda Thompson. One only bone earrings. Real bone art to wear. Free Shipping worldwide.
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    CIRRUS
    CIRRUS - Beautifully handcrafted, bone earrings. Perfect for any occasion, they offer a unique and fascinating look. Carved in cow bone, these are an eye-catching design and are light and comfortable to wear. We're thrilled to have these on offer for you - hand carved...
    $282.00 USD
    $282.00 USD
  • Hand carved bone koru earrings with double sided engraving.Hand carved bone koru earrings with double sided engraving.
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    IMAGINE
    Gorgeous, Double Sided, Bone Koru Earrings Beautifully handcrafted, and wonderfully detailed, these drop earrings are made from Bone. They are solid, stylish and very eye-catching. The contemporary Koru design is engraved and inked into both sides - ensuring there is always a glimpse of...
    $237.00 USD
    $237.00 USD
  • Hand carved bone hair pin with double sided koru design.Hand carved bone hair pin with double sided koru design.
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    STARRY NIGHT
    STARRY NIGHT - 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...
    $225.00 USD
    $225.00 USD
  • Hand carved bone hair pin with double sided koru design.Hand carved bone hair pin with double sided koru design.
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    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...
    $225.00 USD
    $225.00 USD
  • This is a beautiful hand carved tree pendant. It is a wonderfully detailed pendant that we have carved in natural, untreated bone. We provide this with a tan coloured adjustable cord and shipping is included worldwide.This is a beautiful hand carved tree pendant. It is a wonderfully detailed pendant that we have carved in natural, untreated bone. We provide this with a tan coloured adjustable cord and shipping is included worldwide.
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    ARBOR VITAE
    ARBOR VITAE - a detailed large tree pendant carved in bone A Bone-Carved Ode to all the Dendrologists out there! For those captivated by flora, particularly trees, we present ARBOR VITAE - a masterfully hand-carved bone pendant that brings the fluid elegance of the tree to...
    $225.00 USD
    $225.00 USD
  • This is a contemporary large female pendant carved in bone. Hand carved and provided with an adjustable cord. Woman with shuni mudra hand gesture pendant.This is a contemporary large female pendant carved in bone. Hand carved and provided with an adjustable cord. Woman with shuni mudra hand gesture pendant.
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    SEAL OF PATIENCE
    SEAL OF PATIENCE - a large, contemporary bone pendant. This beautiful female ponders the shuni mudra gesture she has formed. SEAL OF PATIENCE (Shuni Mudra) is a yogic hand gesture known as the seal of discipline. It is a simple but powerful gesture used to invoke...
    $225.00 USD
    $225.00 USD
  • Hand carved jade chess pendants. Hand made chess piece necklaces, carved from British Columbian Jade.Hand carved jade chess pendants. Hand made chess piece necklaces, carved from British Columbian Jade.
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    SICILIAN DEFENSE
    SICILIAN DEFENSE - hand carved jade chess pieces.... novel 'art to wear' We love the game of chess, so we made some wearable pieces - hand made from a bright green jade sourced in British Columbia. ♟️ Sicilian Defense Collection:  Cut from bright British...
    From $247.00 USD
    From $247.00 USD
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  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade pendant with adjustable cord. Free shipping worldwide.Hand carved New Zealand Jade pendant with adjustable cord. Free shipping worldwide.
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    UNITY TRIAD
    UNITY TRIAD - hand carved contemporary pendant in New Zealand Jade.  The top stone is carved from Australian Black Jade, the main body from New Zealand Marsden jade and the central loop from rare kahurangi stone. This is a wonderful work of art to...
    $657.00 USD
    $657.00 USD
  • 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.
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    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....
    $520.00 USD
    $520.00 USD
  • This photo shows a matau, hook, pendant carved from New Zealand Totoweka Pounamu, Jade. We provide this piece with an adjustable beige coloured cord.This photo shows a matau, hook, pendant carved from New Zealand Totoweka Pounamu, Jade. We provide this piece with an adjustable beige coloured cord.
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    CORAL
    CORAL - look at the colours in this gorgeous Matau pendant! Carved from distinctive Totoweka pounamu, a New Zealand jade prized for its earthy blend of deep greens and rich ochre speckles. This matau (fish hook) pendant embodies strength and safe passage across waters....
    $217.00 USD
    $217.00 USD
  • This photo shows a matau, hook, pendant carved from New Zealand Totoweka Pounamu, Jade. We provide this piece with an adjustable green coloured cord.This photo shows a matau, hook, pendant carved from New Zealand Totoweka Pounamu, Jade. We provide this piece with an adjustable green coloured cord.
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    TOTOWEKA MATAU
    TOTOWEKA MATAU - jade hook pendant Look at the remarkable colours in this gorgeous Matau (Hook) pendant. Carved from a mysterious and alluring piece of New Zealand Totoweka pounamu, its beauty is best seen in motion - watch the video to truly appreciate its...
    $158.00 USD
    $158.00 USD

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