NZ Greenstone Large Toki Pendant (BA429) Kawakawa Pounamu

Beautifully coloured Kawakawa Pounamu Toki. Carved by Dean Taylor.

Traditionally Toki were used by Māori to cut and work timber for the meeting houses and carvings. Because of the determination, control and strength required to skilfully use the Toki it became a symbol of ability, power and authority. Ceremonial Toki were traditionally worn by Māori elders and Chiefs to signify leadership qualities. May this Toki bring the wearer strength, courage and inspiration on their journey in life.

The 3 lines represent the 3 Baskets of Knowledge.
Te Kete Tuauri carries ancestral knowledge and rituals. Te Kete Aronui brings knowledge of the natural world and the arts. Te Kete Tuatea holds knowledge of good and evil, teaching and learning.
The 3 lines can also represent Past, Present and Future, or Ancestors, the ones living now and the generations to come.

Pounamu or Greenstone is regarded as a stone sacred to the gods by the Māori of New Zealand. As a Taonga -meaning treasured, and it should be worn with respect and pride. Pounamu is a gift from the heart.

Measurements:

89 mm length

33 mm width

8 mm depth

Comes with an adjustable cord and Jute drawstring bag.

This will be the exact piece you will receive in the photos, there may be a slight degree of colour variation based on different computer or mobile phone screen resolutions that you are viewing from.