Hei Toki Inanga - Greenstone Adze Pendant carol turner Nguru are flutes carved in

Nguru are flutes carved in the natural shape of the whale tooth

This pair was carved from raukaraka pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai Pounamu

and are therefore thoughtful gifts for travellers

Rei puta symbolise this connection

This hei toki was carved by Samuel Potter from inanga pounamu sourced from Spoon River of Te Wai Pounamu

Hei Toki Inanga - Greenstone Adze Pendant carol turner Nguru are flutes carved inWith 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 Samuel Potter from inanga pounamu sourced from Spoon River of Te Wai Pounamu, Aotearoa. It measures 41mm by 25mm, has a