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they are a prestigious gift to be handed down as taonga (treasure) through the generations carrying the wisdom and mana of those who wore them previously
This manaia was carved by Mike Matchitt from inanga pounamu
The pikorua (twist) embodies the universal principle of duality and balance
This pikorua was carved by Samuel Potter from raukaraka pounamu sourced from Te Wai Pounamu
the potential and peace found in the whenua (land)
Hei Toki Raukaraka - Greenstone Adze Pendant taonga puoro they are a prestigious giftWith expertise and power the carver wields the adze. Relied on for survival in ancient times, traditional tools are imbued with significance and meaning. The toki epitomises the artistry and skill of the craftsman, protector and provider. Of great mana (prestige), to wield the toki is to wield strength. This hei toki was carved by Jeremy Walsh from raukaraka pounamu with whakapapa notches and reliefed manaia, inlaid with paua eyes sourced from Marsden
