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 is a handcrafted aotea stone contemporary disc pendant. This is a wonderful work of art hand made by Ana Krakosky. We ship this worldwide for free and are happy to answer any questions that you may have about these or other products on our website.This is a handcrafted aotea stone contemporary disc pendant. This is a wonderful work of art hand made by Ana Krakosky. We ship this worldwide for free and are happy to answer any questions that you may have about these or other products on our website.
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    EDGE OF SPACE
    EDGE OF SPACE Handmade from rare New Zealand Aotea Stone. A wonderful contemporary disc pendant hand carved by Ana Krakosky. Ana has carved this with a dandelion in mind - and, we think, has captured the essence of this lovely flower beautifully! Named EDGE OF SPACE because...
    $488.00 USD
    $529.00 USD
    $488.00 USD
  • Hand carved dragon Pendant. Made from warthog tusk in New Zealand. Unique dragon necklace hand made from warthog tusk by master bone carver Fumio Noguchi. Spectacular collectable work of art, made to wear. One only pendant, delivered to you at no extra cost with express courier.Hand carved dragon Pendant. Made from warthog tusk in New Zealand. Unique dragon necklace hand made from warthog tusk by master bone carver Fumio Noguchi. Spectacular collectable work of art, made to wear. One only pendant, delivered to you at no extra cost with express courier.
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    KUDARI-RYU
    KUDARI-RYU -  THE MESSENGER FROM THE GOD A standout piece of carved art by Fumio Noguchi - a collectors piece carved in traditional netsuke style. Fumio's description of this piece... KUDARI-RYU - The Dragon has been in the heaven and is now getting back to...
    $3,441.00 USD
    $3,441.00 USD
  • Hand carved New Zealand Flower Jade Koru 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 Flower Jade Koru 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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    SAMATHA
    SAMATHA An outstanding Koru Pendant carved by New Zealand Jade Artist, Jen Hung. Jen described the meaning of this piece to us as follows: the brown bar is to remind people to contain their thoughts, emotion and calculation and go to calm and silent place....
    $357.00 USD
    $357.00 USD
  • This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.
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    CLIFF FACE
    CLIFF FACE - a very cool and unique pounamu pendant A fracture transformed. This pendant was shattered, then reborn. One side remains smooth, polished, untouched. The other is raw and jagged, a deliberate chaos of broken edges reforged into the design. CLIFF FACE captures...
    $267.00 USD
    $267.00 USD
  • A gorgeous hand carved black jade reef knot pendant with sterling silver. Hand made in Black Jade with Sterling Silver and provided with adjustable cord.A gorgeous hand carved black jade reef knot pendant with sterling silver. Hand made in Black Jade with Sterling Silver and provided with adjustable cord.
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    REEF KNOT
    REEF KNOT The reef knot’s legacy: a symbol of unity and balance, used historically to secure sails, bind cargo and, ceremonially, in rituals of partnership. Wearing it signifies respect for tradition and the quiet power of connection. For those who find beauty in purpose,...
    $266.00 USD
    $266.00 USD
  • This piece is a fine, delicate eternity shaped pendant. It was carved from a lovely piece of red jasper stone. It is suspended on an grey braided cord that is length adjustable.This piece is a fine, delicate eternity shaped pendant. It was carved from a lovely piece of red jasper stone. It is suspended on an grey braided cord that is length adjustable.
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    AMORE DURATURO
    AMORE DURATURO - enduring love Hand carved in a wonderful piece of deep red Jasper stone. This is a beautiful eternity pendant. Gorgeous and unique - gift this piece to someone very special. You won't regret it! AMORE DURATURO can be positioned wherever you...
    $199.00 USD
    $199.00 USD
  • Hand carved black jade heart. Made from Australian black jade. White heart insert is carved from natural bone material. Made by NZ Pacific.Hand 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...
    $129.00 USD
    $129.00 USD
  • Hand made woolly mammoth tusk triple drop necklace with Sterling Silver and matching earrings.Hand made woolly mammoth tusk triple drop necklace with Sterling Silver. Mammoth tusk triple drop pendant with Sterling silver surround and chain. Made by NZ Pacific and sale online only. Packaged in a woven kete pouch and shipped to you with Express Courier.
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    ANCIENT TRIO
    ANCIENT TRIO - where style meets ancient reincarnation! Hand carved triple drop necklace made from Woolly Mammoth tusk and Sterling Silver. This is a beautiful, eye-catching pendant, made from three rounded spheres of woolly mammoth tusk. Each piece of tusk is hand shaped and...
    $165.00 USD
    $165.00 USD
  • This photo shows a medium sized surfboard pendant hand carved from Lignum Vitae wood with Mother of Pearl and Paua Shell inlay, 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 brown 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 medium sized surfboard pendant hand carved from Lignum Vitae wood with Mother of Pearl and Paua Shell inlay, 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 brown that is a fixed length with Paua Shell Toggle. We ship this piece worldwide and shipping is included in the price.
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    PACIFIC NIGHT RIDER
    PACIFIC NIGHT RIDER For those who feel the salt in their veins and hear the waves in their dreams, this one-of-a-kind pendant is a wearable ode to the ocean’s soul. Expertly shaped into a sleek, surfboard-inspired silhouette, its fluid lines echo the grace of a breaking wave, carved...
    $476.00 USD
    $476.00 USD
  • Hand carved black jade petrel bird pendant. Made by NZ Pacific, unique jewellery for sale online. Black Jade petrel bird necklaces with adjustable cords. Delivered with express courier and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand carved black jade petrel bird pendant. Made by NZ Pacific, unique jewellery for sale online. Black Jade petrel bird necklaces with adjustable cords. Delivered with express courier and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    TĀIKO
    TĀIKO - Black Petrel Like your average Kiwi - these birds are great travellers! They spend half their lives in the oceans around Ecuador and Peru and their breeding seasons down here in New Zealand - wonderful, graceful seabirds that every sailor of the...
    $265.00 USD
    $265.00 USD
  • Small Butterfly design pendant carved in Red Agate. Real Agate jewellery for sale online with NZ Pacific. Small butterfly pendant hand made in red agate, provided with adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Small Butterfly design pendant carved in Red Agate. Real Agate jewellery for sale online with NZ Pacific. Small butterfly pendant hand made in red agate, provided with adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    SCARLET
    SCARLET Imagine a delicate butterfly, expertly carved from radiant, soft red agate, catching the light with every one of its graceful movements. Its wings, kissed by nature's fiery hues, flutter with a life of their own, ready to take flight at any moment. This...
    $232.00 USD
    $232.00 USD
  • A hand carved koru pendant from New Zealand Inanga Jade. The cord is a tan/khaki colour and is an adjustable length. A large hand made Koru necklace by New Zealand artist Kerry Thompson.A hand carved koru pendant from New Zealand Inanga Jade. The cord is a tan/khaki colour and is an adjustable length. A large hand made Koru necklace by New Zealand artist Kerry Thompson.
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    INANGA HEART
    INANGA HEART  INANGA HEART is a large pendant and has been carved from a beautiful piece of New Zealand Inanga Jade. This is quite a unique Koru design and it is perfect for the stone - fine and slender, but with a commanding aura....
    $595.00 USD
    $595.00 USD
  • Aceh Jade Stone ankh cross pendant. Handmade jade jewellery made by NZ Pacific and for sale online. Jade stone ankh cross for men and women. Unique art to wear from NZ Pacific.Aceh Jade Stone ankh cross pendant. Handmade jade jewellery made by NZ Pacific and for sale online. Jade stone ankh cross for men and women. Unique art to wear from NZ Pacific.
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    JADE ANKH CROSS
    JADE ANKH CROSS A beautifully carved Ankh cross symbolising, and celebrating, LIFE. This shape has its roots in ancient Egypt. It was a hieroglyphic used to symbolise 'life' and has been found in ancient scripts and artwork. We have hand carved this in Jade we...
    $152.00 USD
    $152.00 USD
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  • A hand carved large Wyoming Black Jade feather necklace. The cord is a red colour and is an adjustable length. A large sized hand made Black Jade feather necklace by New Zealand artist Kerry Thompson. One off work of art to wear.A hand carved large Wyoming Black Jade feather necklace. The cord is a red colour and is an adjustable length. A large sized hand made Black Jade feather necklace by New Zealand artist Kerry Thompson. One off work of art to wear.
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    NACHTFLUG
    NACHTFLUG This hand-carved Black Jade feather pendant is a striking embodiment of elegance and mystique. Its slender and stylised form capture the essence of a feather in its most refined and graceful state. Carved with precision, the pendant’s smooth, flowing lines and dual polished...
    $794.00 USD
    $794.00 USD
  • This is a hand carved woolly mammoth tusk with amber contemporary pendant. It is made from woolly mammoth tusk with amber. This is a small sized necklace and is a very unique, one only, pendant that is a collectors piece. Hand carved by New Zealand artist, Sami.This is a hand carved woolly mammoth tusk with amber contemporary pendant. It is made from woolly mammoth tusk with amber. This is a small sized necklace and is a very unique, one only, pendant that is a collectors piece. Hand carved by New Zealand artist, Sami.
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    WOVEN TIES
      WOVEN TIES - HAND CARVED in ANCIENT MAMMOTH TUSK and AMBER, RARE AND BEAUTIFUL! WOVEN TIES is a superb example of the beauty of hand carved jewellery. This piece is a mix of materials - Woolly Mammoth Tusk for the frame and an insert...
    $494.00 USD
    $582.00 USD
    $494.00 USD
  • This pendant is handcrafted from rare Kauri Gum Amber. It is supplied with an sterling silver chain. It is a graceful and very interesting piece that will attract admiration and comment. Hand carved here in New Zealand.This pendant is handcrafted from rare Kauri Gum Amber. It is supplied with an sterling silver chain. It is a graceful and very interesting piece that will attract admiration and comment. Hand carved here in New Zealand.
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    THE HUHU
    Exquisiteness! Carved in New Zealand Kauri Gum... THE HUHU is a beautiful, hand carved drop pendant with a Huhu bug carved in detailed relief into the front face. A unique pendant beautifully hand carved in a way the mixes fine detail with a rugged naturalness....
    $569.00 USD
    $569.00 USD
  • This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.
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    STURGEON MOON
    STURGEON MOON - pounamu disc pendant - hand made art to wear! A magnificent disc pendant, hand crafted by Madelyne Gourdin. What's not to love about this piece - gorgeous and rare New Zealand Jade from the Nelson region, thoughtfully and beautifully carved and...
    $333.00 USD
    $333.00 USD
  • A hand carved New Zealand Jade pendant. The cord and binding is black coloured and is adjustable.A hand carved New Zealand Jade pendant. The cord and binding is black coloured and is adjustable.
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    ALWAYS WITH ME
    ALWAYS WITH ME - hand carved pounamu hairpin pendant This is a striking piece carved in a pale, mottled green piece of jade. It is a functioning hairpin that we have added an adjustable cord to so that it can be worn as a...
    $238.00 USD
    $238.00 USD
  • This is a hand carved Sterling Silver lantern drop pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Sterling Silver lantern drop pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
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    THE LANTERN
    THE LANTERN - Modern Art Deco pendant Step into a world of timeless elegance with this striking 'LANTERN' pendant, where sleek sterling silver meets the deep, earthy glow of pounamu (New Zealand jade). Inspired by the bold geometry and refined glamour of Art Deco, this...
    $357.00 USD
    $357.00 USD
  • Hand carved Red Jasper Stone contemporary drop pendant. Carved by NZ Pacific in Jasper Stone. This is a modern drop pendant made from natural materials.Hand carved Red Jasper Stone contemporary drop pendant. Carved by NZ Pacific in Jasper Stone. This is a modern drop pendant made from natural materials.
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    JASPER GRETCHEN
    JASPER GRETCHEN - Contemporary Jasper Stone Pendant A beautiful, drop pendant hand carved in a piece of Red Jasper Stone. Take a moment to watch the brief video we have made of this piece slowly revolving is the best way to appreciate just how...
    $178.00 USD
    $178.00 USD
  • This is a handcarved love heart pendant made from a gorgeous and striking piece of British Columbia Jade stone. This is a superbly carved and very unique piece if custom jewellery. For sale online from NZ Pacific.This is a handcarved love heart pendant made from a gorgeous and striking piece of British Columbia Jade stone. This is a superbly carved and very unique piece if custom jewellery. For sale online from NZ Pacific.
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    HUG ME TIGHT
    HUG ME TIGHT Wear your heart on your sleeve with this gorgeous, hand-carved British Columbian Jade heart pendant... or send a message to someone you'd like to hug tight! Hand carved in a super fine piece of green jade from British Columbia, and polished...
    $199.00 USD
    $199.00 USD
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  • Hand made woolly mammoth tusk moon face earrings. Made by NZ Pacific and sale online only.Hand made woolly mammoth tusk moon face earrings. Made by NZ Pacific and sale online only.
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    REFLECT
    REFLECT Hand carved moon face earrings made from Woolly Mammoth tusk. A very special piece of ancient tusk handcrafted into attractive and cheerful earrings. Watch the short video to get a sense of their shape and the lovely material REFLECT are made from. The...
    $114.00 USD
    $114.00 USD
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  • This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Saddleback, Kokako, bird pendant with British Columbian Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Saddleback, Kokako, bird pendant with British Columbian Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
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    KŌKAKO
    KŌKAKO - bird design pendant in sterling silver and jade Crafted in fine detail, this is a gorgeous Kōkako, pendant! Hand made in Sterling Silver with British Columbian Jade insert. The Kōkako is now thought to be extinct. These birds had an orange wattle at the...
    $411.00 USD
    $411.00 USD
  • This photo shows a disc pendant hand carved from Lignum Vitae with premium nz paua shell, Mother of Pearl alongside; brass, copper and silver. This is a stand out one off necklace for those who appreciate art to wear. It is provided with a cord in brown 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 disc pendant hand carved from Lignum Vitae with premium nz paua shell, Mother of Pearl alongside; brass, copper and silver. This is a stand out one off necklace for those who appreciate art to wear. It is provided with a cord in brown that is a fixed length with Paua Shell Toggle. We ship this piece worldwide and shipping is included in the price.
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    LUMINARY TIDES
    LUMINARY TIDES - South Pacific Inlay Pendant Where Earth, Ocean, and Sky Converge in Artisan Craftsmanship This is a stunning disc pendant hand crafted by Yannis Petzold. Embark on a journey to the heart of the South Pacific with this breathtaking inlay pendant -...
    $584.00 USD
    $584.00 USD
  • Hand crafted contemporary green jade and sterling silver drop necklace. This necklace is provided with a black adjustable cord. Contemporary three jade drops necklace with sterling silver.Hand crafted contemporary green jade and sterling silver drop necklace. This necklace is provided with a black adjustable cord. Contemporary three jade drops necklace with sterling silver.
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    PISCATOR
    PISCATOR Three carved Jade toki set with Sterling Silver. This is a visually striking contemporary necklace, that will make any ensemble complete! The design brings together the traditional 'toki' or adze shape with a modern and striking silver setting. The jade and silver combination looks...
    $388.00 USD
    $388.00 USD
  • This piece is a small oval round, disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.This piece is a small oval round, disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.
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    VULCAN MOON
    VULCAN MOON - small pounamu disc pendant Carved with precision from rare pounamu sourced from the Nelson region in New Zealand. This small, finely shaped disc pendant gives a glimpse of this stone's distinctive red/orange skin, a distinctive feature that hides the jade centre...
    $212.00 USD
    $212.00 USD
  • This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Manuka Flower pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Sterling Silver Manuka Flower pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a medium sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
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    MANUKA
    MANUKA - Silver and jade flower pendant A Celebration of Aotearoa’s Beloved Bloom! Bursting with natural beauty and Kiwi charm, this sterling silver and jade mānuka flower pendant captures the essence of one of New Zealand’s most treasured trees. The delicate mānuka blossom, adored...
    $463.00 USD
    $463.00 USD
  • Greywacke stone pendant with Black Pearl insert. Hand carved by Rhys Hall for NZ Pacific. Handmade contemporary jewellery for sale online.Greywacke stone pendant with Black Pearl insert. Hand carved by Rhys Hall for NZ Pacific. Handmade contemporary jewellery for sale online.
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    SHADOWBOX
    SHADOWBOX - hand carved by Rhys Hall. A drop pendant made from Onewa Stone - New Zealand Greywacke - with a Black Pearl insert nestled in the centre. Rhys has a wonderful ability to take natural materials and create unique and beautiful jewellery - SHADOWBOX is a...
    $357.00 USD
    $357.00 USD
  • This is a hand carved Black Jade bird head pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a smaller sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.This is a hand carved Black Jade bird head pendant with New Zealand Jade insert. This is a smaller sized necklace and is provided with an adjustable black cord.
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    BIRDS EYE VIEW
    BIRDS EYE VIEW - contemporary black jade pendant A beautiful black jade birds head pendant (with flair) with New Zealand Jade eye. This little piece was born from a broken twist - rather than trow the damaged piece away, Nick refashioned it into this...
    $357.00 USD
    $357.00 USD
  • This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.This piece is a contemporary disc pendant hand carved in New Zealand jade.
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    LONG NIGHTS MOON
    LONG NIGHTS MOON - exquisite, hand made, art to wear! A large disc pendant carved in jade. Carved from rare, cloudy grey New Zealand jade - prized for its origin in the Nelson region - this large disc pendant is a striking example of...
    $822.00 USD
    $822.00 USD

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