Kapeu Kawakawa - Greenstone Kapeu Pendant toki binding Relied on for survival in

Relied on for survival in ancient times

It measures 107mm by 54mm

Typical turnaround time for binding is 2-3 business days

This manaia was carved by Mike Matchitt from white flower kahurangi pounamu sourced from Te Wai Pounamu

For taonga that have snapped or broken into pieces

Kapeu Kawakawa - Greenstone Kapeu Pendant toki binding Relied on for survival inOriginally worn as a pair of earrings denoting status within the iwi (tribe), the simple and elegant kapeu form has since become sought after as pendants, with the subtle curve of its rounded lower tip enhancing its mauri (essence). Traditionally a feminine form, kapeu were used by mothers to help alleviate infants teething pains by using the tip to massage aching gums. This kapeu was carved by Paul Anderson from kawakawa pounamu sourced from Te Wai