A fantastic Hei Tiki handcrafted from a stunning piece of Auhunga Te Tau Ihu Pounamu from Nelson. A beautiful carving with awesome colour and patterns so unique to Nelson Region Pounamu, with the subtle hidden cord and gorgeous Mother of Pearl eyes, this will be a treasured gift to last a lifetime.
Hei Tiki- According to legends Tiki was the first man on Earth who originated from the stars. The first mortal person who created the first woman after his image. The exact meaning of the Tiki is disputed. There are several opinions but the most accepted are that the Tiki stands for fertility. Traditionally regarded as a good luck charm meant to keep evil spirits away.
Auhunga- Genuine New Zealand Greenstone . Auhunga Pounamu is a pale opaque green colour. Resembling the Southern New Zealand mountains, its --name translates to frosty, given as the intermediate of Inanga and Kawakawa.
Pounamu
can benefit the wearer on many levels. Physically Pounamu is a healing crystal. It differs from Jadeite in that it heals all chakras and brings strength to all areas which are weakened in the body. Pounamu has a protective nature. It offers protection when travelling.
Hand Carved Tim Steel
Hei Tiki Size 78mm long x 36mm wide x 12mm thick
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