A wonderful Breastplate handcrafted from an amazing piece of Kawakawa Greenstone, the beautiful rich green really make this piece pop and the Koru in this carving makes it extra special and will be a treasured taonga.
Breastplate- signifies strength and protection in battle. Today they still hold this symbolism but more as a representative scale.
Koru- The Maori word for bright or loop. It refers to the shoots of the silver fern. The circular movement to the inner core refers to "going back to the beginnings". The unfurling frond itself is symbolic for new life, new beginnings, hope, personal growth, purity nurturing, a new phase in life, the spirit of rejuvenation and peace.
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.
Carved by Rob Singer
Size 30mm Long x 63mm Wide
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