Manaia - Pounamu #2 tapa toru fresh bergamot

fresh bergamot

Approximate dimensions: W 15mm x L 35mm

and resilience

This Hei Matau

This stunning breastplate is a high-grade mother-of-pearl shell with a resin backing to minimize breakages

Manaia - Pounamu #2 tapa toru fresh bergamotThis Pounamu Manaia is carved from Raukaraka, a rare type of pounamu, that can appear a greyish green colour. It is a very opaque and highly translucent stone that is preferred for carving mere and patu. The Manaia represents a guardian that protects and balances. It is seen as a messenger between the physical and spiritual world, which is why only one side of its face is seen. It is also depicted with the head of a bird, the body of a man, and the