A gorgeous piece of water worn Kawakawa Flower Pounamu found in the New River in the Marsden area. Beautifuly displayed on a vintage wood and brass base. From Deane Moreton’s personal collection.
Kawakawa- is the most common variety of Pounamu. it comes in many shades - from strong, rich green to dark green - and often has small dark flecks, which add to its character. Named after the leaf of the Kawakawa. It is the main type used in gem purposes.
Flower Jade- is New Zealand’s most prized Greenstone, with pale green or ochre clouds of colour. This distinctive patterning and colouring come from the outside rim or 'rind' of the greenstone boulders or stones where the surface has oxidised.
Pounamu Size – 221mm long x 180mm wide x 160mm high approx, 10Kg
Rimu Base 260mm x 62mm high
Total height 155mm. Approx
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