{"product_id":"rising-tide","title":"RISING TIDE","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRISING TIDE - handmade, notched, matau pendant carved from a very distinctive piece of New Zealand jade.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a pendant with a strong and meaningful design, beautifully carved and visually very eye-catching. Take a moment to view the video to appreciate this wonderful rendition of a traditional matau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe notches carved into its sides are a customary feature, often representing the wearer's family, ancestors, and community. These elements serve as a reminder of the personal history and support that guides an individual through their life's journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe matau\u003c\/strong\u003e, or hook pendant is revered throughout the South Pacific as a symbol for life, well-being and prosperity. Its significance arises from the key role that fishing has played in sustaining island families and communities. The owner of a good hook was respected and held a place of authority in the community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRISING TIDE\u003c\/strong\u003e is lovingly packaged in a woven kete pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eONE ONLY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipped to you with Express Courier and will be provided with our 'Kia Ora Card' explaining the meaning behind the hook design.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProsperity ~ Abundance ~ Fertility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jeremy Walsh - Alex Sands Studio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e New Zealand Jade, Pounamu\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCord Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Cord and Binding \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCord Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 83m (3.2\") long, 36mm (1.4\") wide\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NZ Pacific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67871107285224,"sku":"NZPASM3","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/1768\/files\/Asm3_5.jpg?v=1791777153","url":"https:\/\/www.nzpacific.com\/en-us\/products\/rising-tide","provider":"NZ Pacific","version":"1.0","type":"link"}