Manaia Inanga - Greenstone Guardian Pendant

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Manaia Inanga - Greenstone Guardian PendantManaia are the kaitiaki (guardian) of the earth, sky, and sea. Worn as a pendant, they protect the wearer from harm and are a symbol of integrity and mana (prestige). This manaia was hand carved by Jeremy Walsh from inanga pounamu. It measures 142 x 56mm and comes with an adjustable hand plaited cord.

making the combination of precious metals with greenstone naturally complementary and a true fusion of pākehā and Māori cultures

Traditionally heru are worn as functional hair ornaments by both men and women

a powerful personal guardian in Māori tradition

This pair was crafted by Preet Sands from sterling sterling silver and kawakawa pounamu and measure roughly 26 x 17 x 4 mm

Ngā Riingi are contemporary ornaments drawn from the interconnection between Māori and diverse cultures from around the globe

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This roimata was carved by Malcolm Cox from pipiwharauroa pounamu sourced from Arahura of Te Wai Pounamu

This piece measures 30 x 36 x 7mm in diameter

Australian chrysoprase set

The tangi (sound) of the koauau were also known to mimic native manu (birds) and draw in people from further afield

It measures 45mm by 40mm

It hangs by a 27 cm sterling silver chain