MANAIA TOKI

- Hand crafted from gorgeous New Zealand Jade with Pāua Shell inlay.

A large and beautiful pendant, this pendant is quite unique in design, incorporating three elements that are often carved individually: the toki, the manaia and the koru. This is a piece that will draw attention - it looks great worn, and feels wonderful in the hand. Designed and carved by Kyohei Noguchi.

The perfect pendant if you are looking for something carved from a rare and beautiful jade.

The Manaia: a mythical being believed to be the invisible light, or aura, surrounding a person. They represent spiritual power and are believed to be the guide that leads the spirits to heaven. They are worn to guide and protect.

The toki, or adze, is a symbol of strength. The adze was a key survival tool, so the owner of a good one was believed to be strong and powerful. They were used to carve ocean-going waka (sea canoes) and to build central meeting houses so they played a central role in traditional life of māori.

The toki is traditionally worn for strength and courage - to assist through life's challenges.

The double Koru are all about new beginnings - the courage to successfully deal with anything the future has in store for you.

We also include our 'Kia Ora' cards, which explain the meaning behind the Manaia, Toki and Koru design.

lovingly packaged in a woven kete pouch and provided with an adjustable black cord.

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Delivery to you with Express Courier is included in the price.

Meaning: Guidance ~ Protection ~ Purity

Artist: Kyohei Noguchi

Material: New Zealand Jade, Pounamu with Pāua Shell inlay eyes

Finish: Soft Matte

Cord Colour: Black 4-Plait

Cord Length: Adjustable

Size: 98mm (3.8") long, 36mm (1.4") wide