Pounamu from
Te Wahi Pounamu -
Carved with Care, Worn with Meaning.

Pounamu from
Te Wahi Pounamu

Respectfully sourced stone, honest workmanship, and a whakaute for the stories each taonga carries

Welcome to Moko Pounamu, where the beauty and spirit of Māori culture are brought to life through authentic, handcrafted Pounamu jewellery.


For over 30 years, we have celebrated the legacy of New Zealand’s treasured greenstone, honouring its role as a taonga (treasure) and its deep connection to the land and people of Aotearoa.


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Tirohia Ētahi o Ō Mātou Ringa Toi Hou.

What Makes Our Greenstone Different?

Respect for the Stone, Respect for the Story.

Te Whakaute ki te Pounamu, Te Whakaute ki te Kōrero.
  • Authentic Sourcing
    Our pounamu comes from Te Wahi Pounamu, the Place of Greenstone -New Zealand's West Coast, where it’s been revered for generations. We work closely with carvers who value tradition.

  • Hand-Carved in Aotearoa New Zealand
    From shaping to finishing, our pendants, earrings and other jewellery is made using New Zealand Greenstone and utilising skilled craftspeople.


  • Individual Character
    Pounamu varies in colour, translucency, and pattern. We try to capture each piece as naturally as possible in our photography. The piece you see online is the piece you will receive (unless stated otherwise).
Colours of Pounamu Pounamu Shapes & Meanings

OUR CARVERS

Our Whānau & Workshop

We’re more comfortable working with stone than shouting about ourselves. But we know it can help to see the people behind the carvings. If you want a closer look at our day-to-day, or to meet the carvers who shape each piece, feel free to click below.

Meet Our Carvers

Welcome to

Stories of Pounamu

We’ve gathered stories and cultural insights in our Knowledge Library. 

If you want to understand the meaning behind a hei matau or why pounamu is often gifted (rather than bought for oneself), we’re happy to share.

Te Wiki o te Reo Maori banner image 2026
September 1, 2026
This September, we're celebrating Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week, 14-21 Mahuru). The focus this year is on Tāone Reo Māori (Te Reo Towns), a call for communities across Aotearoa to make te reo visible, heard, and used in everyday life.
Celebrating Dad for father's day
August 30, 2026
There's a weight to a piece of pounamu that no other gift carries. Father's Day is almost here (Sunday 6 Mahuru), and we're making it easier to find something truly special.
A grandmother sharing a taonga with her mokopuna
July 23, 2026
Buying pounamu for yourself? You're investing in a taonga for future generations. Learn how to choose and care for pounamu that will become a cherished family heirloom.
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