This stunning collection features unique handcrafted New Zealand Blue Inanga Te Tau Ihu Pounamu from Nelson. A beautiful carving with awesome colour and patterns so unique to Nelson Region Pounamu set in Sterling Silver 925, the simplistic design compliments each stone and lets the Jade speak for itself.
Inanga- Pounamu takes its name from a freshwater fish native to New Zealand. It is pale and often transparent, like the young of the Inanga fish. It is pearly white to grey green in colour, and ranges from translucent to quite opaque. It can change colour over time, developing a light olive tint as it ages and oxidises - Highly prized by the Māori and the desired material for making Mere and Patu.
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.
Carved by Elisha Hobbs
Size 34mm long x 5mm wide Total length 48mm
This will be the exact piece you will receive in the photos, there may be a slight degree of colour variation based on different computer or device screen resolutions that you are viewing from.
