A wonderful Hei Matau (hook) from a fabulous piece of Kokopu Pounamu. A stunning carving with amazing colours and patterns.
Hei Matau (Fishhook) - Originally Maori have been fishermen. Their main food source was the sea, so a fishhook of high quality was a very valuable item to own. The hook became a symbol of prosperity, abundance, good health, power, authority and respect for the sea and its life in it. They also provide good luck and safety while travelling across water.
Genuine West Coast Kokopu Greenstone from the Taramakau River area, West Coast. Also known as trout-stone named after the dark brown, olive green and yellowish markings found on the three species of native freshwater trout.
Hand Carved by Shaun Gardiner
Size
44mm Long x 31mm wide
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