TRADITIONAL DESIGNS

This collection contains traditional designs, carved in a range of materials.

KORU

Rebirth ~ Purity ~ Peace

Koru is the Māori word for 'loop'. The spiral shaped koru design graphically represents an unfolding silver fern frond. The circular movement towards an inner coil refers to ‘going back to the beginning’.

TIKI

Fertility ~ Fortune ~ Creation

The Tiki is a very ancient symbol and, while quickly recognised, is by far the least understood of traditional carved designs. There are a number of legends in relation to its meaning. Some say the Tiki came from the stars and that he was the first man of the world. Other theories suggest that tiki represents the human embryo - forming life.

PIKORUA

Friendship ~ Knowledge ~ Love

The Pikorua or single twist shape represents the eternal emerging paths in life.  The figure-eight form symbolizes the bond between two people, their loyalty and love.  This shape reflects the natural ebbs and flows that occur in a relationship without breaking the bond of friendship or love.

TOKI

Courage ~ Wisdom ~ Authority

A symbol of courage and strength in times of adversity. Toki were worn by Māori elders as a symbol of power, wisdom and authority. 

The toki (adze) was a chisel tool used by the Māori people of Aotearoa (New Zealand) to carve their great canoes and the detailing on meeting houses. When lashed to a wooden handle it was also used as a weapon.

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.

MANAIA

Guide ~ Protect ~ Communicate

The Māori people have many legends about the creation of the earth and how New Zealand was discovered. These legends include a number of mythical beings, some of whom have control over each of the elements while others belong to the realm of ancestral spirits.

The Manaia can be blended into many Maori designs with subtle differences between tribes.  Most Maori art tells the story of a tribe or event. The Manaia therefore has many forms as it is intertwined with other shapes and patterns to depict its different powers and its interaction with the spirit or mortal worlds.

WHEKU

Ancestor ~ Heritage ~ Spirit

Wheku, meaning 'carved face', depicts the face of an ancestor.

The Wheku is generally found at the apex of the gable on a Wharenui, the Maori meeting house, and symbolises an important ancestor after whom the house was named.

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  • Hand carved bone Tiki pendant. Traditional art hand carved for NZ Pacific. Bone Tiki necklace with Paua Shell eyes. Delivered with Express Courier. Provided with adjustable cords and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand carved bone Tiki pendant. Traditional art hand carved for NZ Pacific. Bone Tiki necklace with Paua Shell eyes. Delivered with Express Courier. Provided with adjustable cords and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    CREATOR'S SPARK
    CREATOR'S SPARK A hand carved tiki pendant made from Bone! A complex and beautifully carved rendition of the tiki.  CREATOR'S SPARK is a medium-sized, expressive carving, a beautiful piece of hand made art to wear! The Tiki is a very ancient symbol and, while quickly...
    $143.00 USD
    $143.00 USD
  • Hand carved incredible Deer Antler wheku face carving. A stunning work of art. This pendant was hand carved in Deer Antler with Paua Shell inlay for the eyes. Shipping is included in the price. Delivered to you on an adjustable cord.Hand carved incredible Deer Antler wheku face carving. A stunning work of art. This pendant was hand carved in Deer Antler with Paua Shell inlay for the eyes. Shipping is included in the price. Delivered to you on an adjustable cord.
    NZ Pacific
    PROUD LINEAGE
    PROUD LINEAGE A connection to your ancestors, and a recognition of the wisdom of family who have gone before you. Expressive and beautiful! PROUD LINEAGE is carved in Deer Antler. If you watch the brief video we have made of the pendant slowly rotating you will...
    $200.00 USD
    $200.00 USD
  • Hand carved bone koru pendant. Carved for NZ Pacific by Yuri Terenyi. Unique bone jewellery for sale online. Provided with adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand carved bone koru pendant. Carved for NZ Pacific by Yuri Terenyi. Unique bone jewellery for sale online. Provided with adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
    NZ Pacific
    GENESIS
    GENESIS - the beginning An incredibly striking, contemporary Koru pendant carved from natural bone. These are a special design carved for us by Yuri Terenyi. Look at the photos and the video to appreciate the craftsmanship of this intricate and unique carving. We ship this to you...
    $135.00 USD
    $135.00 USD
  • Hand carved New Zealand jade, single twist pendant. Maori pikorua pendant hand carved in New Zealand. Made by NZ Pacific, jade jewellery for sale online. One only hand made by Ross Crump.Hand carved New Zealand jade, single twist pendant. Maori pikorua pendant hand carved in New Zealand. Made by NZ Pacific, jade jewellery for sale online. One only hand made by Ross Crump.
    NZ Pacific
    MANAAKI
    MANAAKI - Generosity of Spirit Hand carved in a milky, semi-translucent piece of New Zealand Kawakawa jade. This is a wonderful pendant, handmade for us by Ross Crump. Noteworthy on this piece (aside from the beautiful stone) is the elegant and simple design, and the outstanding polished...
    $252.00 USD
    $252.00 USD
  • 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.
    NZ Pacific
    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...
    $161.00 USD
    $161.00 USD
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  • 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.
    NZ Pacific
    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...
    $69.00 USD
    $69.00 USD
  • Hand carved New Zealand jade twist pendant. Carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific. Unique double twist jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable tan cord.Hand carved New Zealand jade twist pendant. Carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific. Unique double twist jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable tan cord.
    NZ Pacific
    NEXUS
    NEXUS - Hand carved from an absolutely stunning piece of New Zealand Jade. We have bound NEXUS with a hand plaited Kalahari adjustable length cord. The twist carving with its crisscross form represents the many paths of life and love and as such is...
    $252.00 USD
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    $252.00 USD
  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade Twist with Koru heart pendant. Unique Jade jewellery online for sale. Hand made Jade Twist with Koru, provided on adjustable cords and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand carved New Zealand Jade Twist with Koru heart pendant. Unique Jade jewellery online for sale. Hand made Jade Twist with Koru, provided on adjustable cords and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
    NZ Pacific
    LOVERS MISSION
    LOVERS MISSION A masterfully carved twist with central koru. This is a self-contained and beautiful pendant. Gorgeous, delicately carved jade pendant with a koru heart - perfect for friendship and love. LOVERS MISSION is carved from a gorgeous piece of Jade, a soft semi-translucent green stone...
    $287.00 USD
    $287.00 USD
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  • A handcarved masterpiece. A complex twist pendant carved from bone by Yuri Terenyi for NZ Pacific. This is a true piece of wearable art which is collectible.A handcarved masterpiece. A complex twist pendant carved from bone by Yuri Terenyi for NZ Pacific. This is a true piece of wearable art which is collectible.
    NZ Pacific
    TIME TO PIVOT
    TIME TO PIVOT - do it with elegance and grace ...just like this twist! This is a remarkable piece. Beautifully carved and finished with a sublime, silky texture - a piece to wear and to hold. We can't speak highly enough about Yuri's craftsmanship here. It falls beautifully,...
    $166.00 USD
    $166.00 USD
  • This is a unique manaia with koru, hand carved natural bone pendant with Paua Shell eyes. The cord is Black and is length adjustable. This is delivered to you with Express Courier. The eyes are made from Paua shell.This is a unique manaia with koru, hand carved natural bone pendant with Paua Shell eyes. The cord is Black and is length adjustable. This is delivered to you with Express Courier. The eyes are made from Paua shell.
    NZ Pacific
    JOURNEY OF FLIGHT
    A gorgeous, unique, hand carved manaia with koru pendant. JOURNEY OF FLIGHT is made from beautiful, natural Bone with striking eyes made from a wonderful New Zealand Pāua - renowned for its brightness and striking colours. The Wright Brothers, American aviation pioneers, are credited with the first...
    $138.00 USD
    $138.00 USD
  • Hand made bone hook, or matau, pendant. The cord can be adjusted. It is a large sized pendant and is well carved. A beautiful piece of art to wear, hand carved jewellery. Delivered in woven kete pouch with express courier.Hand made bone hook, or matau, pendant. The cord can be adjusted. It is a large sized pendant and is well carved. A beautiful piece of art to wear, hand carved jewellery. Delivered in woven kete pouch with express courier.
    NZ Pacific
    WILD AND FREE
    Hand carved bone matau pendant. Artist: YURI TERENYI A strong pendant with tons of character. These were carved for us by Yuri Terenyi - they are a finely carved design with a form that is a little different from the typical matau shape. We...
    $99.00 USD
    $99.00 USD
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  • This pendant is a small jade tiki pendant. The carving shows wonderful detail on the front while the back is beautifully rounded. These are carved in New Zealand Jade with paua shell eyes. The cord is adjustable in length. Provided in a woven kete pouch and shipped worldwide.This pendant is a small jade tiki pendant. The carving shows wonderful detail on the front while the back is beautifully rounded. These are carved in New Zealand Jade with paua shell eyes. The cord is adjustable in length. Provided in a woven kete pouch and shipped worldwide.
    NZ Pacific
    GOOD FORTUNE
    GOOD FORTUNE A lovely little hand carved Tiki made from New Zealand Jade. A very plain and simple design that we have carved in deer antler for some time. Here, we have decided to use some gorgeous, deep, dark green New Zealand jade to...
    $197.00 USD
    $197.00 USD
  • British Coloumbian jade toki koru pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand. Hand made British Coloumbian Jade jewellery. Provided with an adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.British Coloumbian jade toki koru pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand. Hand made British Coloumbian Jade jewellery. Provided with an adjustable cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
    NZ Pacific
    SPIRITED
    SPIRITED A medium-sized toki carved from polished British Columbian Jade. We have two options available; please use the drop-down menu to make your selection. The toki, or adze, is a symbol of strength. The adze was a key survival tool, so the owner of...
    $239.00 USD
    $239.00 USD
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  • Hand carved New Zealand jade twist pendant. Carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific. Unique double twist jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable oat coloured cord.Hand carved New Zealand jade twist pendant. Carved in New Zealand by NZ Pacific. Unique double twist jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable oat coloured cord.
    NZ Pacific
    CONNECT
    CONNECT - Hand carved from an absolutely stunning piece of New Zealand Jade. We have bound CONNECT with a Oat coloured adjustable length cord. The twist carving with its crisscross form represents the many paths of life and love and as such is regarded...
    $257.00 USD
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    $257.00 USD
  • This pendant is a large jade tiki pendant. The carving shows wonderful detail on the front while the back is beautifully rounded. These are carved in Columbian Jade. The cord is adjustable in length. Provided in a woven kete pouch and shipped worldwide.This pendant is a small jade tiki pendant. The carving shows wonderful detail on the front while the back is beautifully rounded. These are carved in Columbian Jade. The cord is adjustable in length. Provided in a woven kete pouch and shipped worldwide.
    NZ Pacific
    NZP TIKI
    NZP TIKI - A lovely, hand carved, Tiki in British Columbian Jade. This is a very simple tiki design that we have carved in deer antler for some time. We have decided to use some gorgeous, bright British Columbian jade to reproduce the design...
    From $179.00 USD
    From $179.00 USD
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  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade Pounamu Wheku face pendant. Carved from New Zealand Jade by NZ Pacific. Hand crafted Jade jewellery for sale online. Pacific carving pendant, striking and unique delivered to you with Express Courier at no extra cost.Hand carved New Zealand Jade Pounamu Wheku face pendant. Carved from New Zealand Jade by NZ Pacific. Hand crafted Jade jewellery for sale online. Pacific carving pendant, striking and unique delivered to you with Express Courier at no extra cost.
    NZ Pacific
    PACIFIC GUARDIAN
    PACIFIC GUARDIAN - a carved face we've designed to capture the spirit of the South Pacific. This piece embodies the presence and the power of beautiful Polynesia. The design is a Wheku - a 'carved face'. These designs are found throughout the Pacific and tend to...
    $239.00 USD
    $239.00 USD
  • 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.
    NZ Pacific
    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...
    $113.00 USD
    $113.00 USD
  • A hand carved bone toki with NZ Pacific logo engraving. Unique hand made jewellery from New Zealand Pacific.A hand carved bone toki with NZ Pacific logo engraving. Unique hand made jewellery from New Zealand Pacific.
    NZ Pacific
    NZ PACIFIC TOKI
    An original 'NZ Pacific' Toki! This is a lovely bone carving with some beautiful detail and depth to it. A traditional Toki with our beautiful logo and a manuka green cord and sage binding. This piece represents New Zealand's mountains and our surrounding oceans - and underpins...
    $119.00 USD
    $119.00 USD
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  • A beautiful hand made, bronze tiki pendant.A beautiful hand made, bronze tiki pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    BRONZE TIKI
    BRONZE TIKI - visually powerful Bronze Tiki pendant Embrace the strength and spirit of the tiki with this handcast bronze pendant, a bold reimagining of a classic symbol. Crafted in solid, weighty bronze, this piece feels substantial in the hand and powerful against the skin....
    $496.00 USD
    $496.00 USD
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  • A beautiful hand made, bronze manaia pendant.A beautiful hand made, bronze manaia pendant.
    NZ Pacific
    BRONZE MANAIA
    BRONZE MANAIA - A visually powerful Manaia pendant Embrace the power of heritage with this bold cast bronze manaia pendant, a striking fusion of ancient symbolism and contemporary design. The manaia, a revered guardian figure in Māori mythology, is beautifully crafted with flowing, dynamic...
    $377.00 USD
    $377.00 USD
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    Out Of Stock
  • Hand carved Whale Bone Toki.Hand carved Whale Bone Toki.
    NZ Pacific
    OCEAN JOURNEY
    OCEAN JOURNEY - a long, slender whale bone Toki pendant This particular piece of bone came from a rib and shows the characteristic granular look that we love in this material. It's structured, a little weathered and a great tribute to these mighty ocean...
    $294.00 USD
    $294.00 USD
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  • This is a lovely, medium sized, New Zealand Flower Jade, pounamu drop pendant. Hand carved Flower Jade Drop. It is bound with an adjustable black coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping. One only necklace.This is a lovely, medium sized, New Zealand Flower Jade, pounamu drop pendant. Hand carved Flower Jade Drop. It is bound with an adjustable black coloured cord which is length adjustable. Free worldwide shipping. One only necklace.
    NZ Pacific
    SUNRISE VALLEY
    SUNRISE VALLEY - a medium sized, graceful and 'all out' lovely drop pendant, hand made from some wonderful New Zealand Marsden Flower Jade.  This piece is a beautiful golden orange paired with light green, translucent tones which are quite rare and lend tons of...
    $195.00 USD
    $195.00 USD
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  • Hand carved natural bone koru pendant. Made by NZ Pacific.Hand carved natural bone koru pendant. Made by NZ Pacific.
    NZ Pacific
    ETERNAL
    ETERNAL We love the simplicity of this Koru design and its symbolism. Love is an apt word to use as that's one of the biggest symbols these little beauties represent. A beautifully hand carved bone Koru pendant for you... or someone you love. This...
    $89.00 USD
    $89.00 USD
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  • Hand carved British Columbian jade koru pendant. Delivered to you on a hand plaited oat coloured cord which is adjustable. Free delivery worldwide.Hand carved British Columbian jade koru pendant. Delivered to you on a hand plaited oat coloured cord which is adjustable. Free delivery worldwide.
    NZ Pacific
    SYNERGY
    SYNERGY This is a gorgeously balanced and subtle Koru. SYNERGY is a smaller-sized piece, carved from a gorgeous piece of British Columbian Jade. This particular piece of stone has a milky translucency that we don't often see. SYNERGY is a weighty piece with a...
    $252.00 USD
    $252.00 USD
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    Out Of Stock
  • 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.
    NZ Pacific
    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 $264.00 USD
    From $264.00 USD
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  • A lovely small sized New Zealand jade drop pendant. This piece is made from a wonderful deep green colour. Carved by Ric Moor for NZ Pacific and delivered worldwide. Provided with an adjustable black cord.A lovely small sized New Zealand jade drop pendant. This piece is made from a wonderful deep green colour. Carved by Ric Moor for NZ Pacific and delivered worldwide. Provided with an adjustable black cord.
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    JOY
    JOY - a little drop pendant carved in New Zealand Jade. The jade is a lovely deep green and the cord is a fine 4-Plait in black. Unique and eye-catching - this is a small, slender piece that can be worn by anyone -...
    $99.00 USD
    $99.00 USD
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    Out Of Stock
  • This picture shows a koru carving. A pendant carved from a lovely piece of New Zealand Inanga jade. We have suspended this necklace on a hand plaited cord in black and you can adjust its length so that you can position the pendant where it suits you best.This picture shows a koru carving. A pendant carved from a lovely piece of New Zealand Inanga jade. We have suspended this necklace on a hand plaited cord in black and you can adjust its length so that you can position the pendant where it suits you best.
    NZ Pacific
    ÉLAN VITAL
    ÉLAN VITAL These are stunning Koru carved for us by Ross Crump. ÉLAN VITAL is a smaller sized piece - carved from a light coloured piece of superb New Zealand Inanga pounamu. This is a standout stone, quite rare particularly with this degree of...
    $222.00 USD
    $222.00 USD
  • Hand carved New Zealand Inanga jade manaia with koru pendant. Carved from beautiful New Zealand Jade for NZ Pacific by Ross Crump. Unique jade jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable manuka green cord.Hand carved New Zealand Inanga jade manaia with koru pendant. Carved from beautiful New Zealand Jade for NZ Pacific by Ross Crump. Unique jade jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable manuka green cord.
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    NGAKONUI
    NGAKONUI Hand carved by Ross Crump - this is a very cool little manaia pendant. The body of the manaia is decorated with a koru - softening the detail of the carved head. The tail culminates in a three-fingered 'hand' which is believed to represent the...
    $357.00 USD
    $357.00 USD
  • This pendant is a beautiful large New Zealand Auhunga green jade manaia pendant with koru. It has the head of a bird and the tail of a fish and also two koru carved into the body. It is carved by Ross Crump here in New Zealand. Provided with an adjustable tan/khaki cord.This pendant is a beautiful large New Zealand Auhunga green jade manaia pendant with koru. It has the head of a bird and the tail of a fish and also two koru carved into the body. It is carved by Ross Crump here in New Zealand. Provided with an adjustable tan/khaki cord.
    NZ Pacific
    PATHFINDER
    PATHFINDER This piece is a wonderful flowing manaia hand carved from New Zealand Auhunga jade. The stone is a bright, dark green, crisp and lustrous, it glows when lit from behind. The finish is a brilliant polish - it has a silky feel in...
    $419.00 USD
    $419.00 USD
  • This is a small light green New Zealand Inanga jade koru pendant. We have bound this with a fine beige coloured cord necklace. The necklace is adjustable so you can position the piece where it suits you the best. Hand made by Ric Moor.This is a small light green New Zealand Inanga jade koru pendant. We have bound this with a fine beige coloured cord necklace. The necklace is adjustable so you can position the piece where it suits you the best. Hand made by Ric Moor.
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    EXPANSION
    EXPANSION - hand carved in Inanga Pounamu. A small, solid and very beautiful disc pendant with a little koru carved into the top. This piece was designed and crafted by New Zealand jade artist, Ric Moor. The koru is worn as a symbol of re-birth,...
    $147.00 USD
    $147.00 USD

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