Hei Toki Raukaraka - Greenstone Adze Pendant taonga puoro The pikorua (twist) embodies the

The pikorua (twist) embodies the universal principle of duality and balance

Rei puta symbolise this connection

It measures 65mm by 20mm

they are a prestigious gift to be handed down as taonga (treasure) through the generations carrying the wisdom and mana of those who wore them previously

and the acquisition of knowledge and mana (prestige)

Hei Toki Raukaraka - Greenstone Adze Pendant taonga puoro The pikorua (twist) embodies theWith 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 Jeremy Walsh from raukaraka pounamu with whakapapa notches and reliefed manaia, inlaid with paua eyes sourced from Marsden