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Greenstone (Pounamu) can only be found on New Zealand's south island, mostly around the Arahura River. The Maori refer to this island as Te Wai Pounamu loosely translating to "The land of Greenstone Water" or Te Wahi Pounamu "The Place of Greenstone". The jade found in New Zealand is commonly referred to as "Greenstone" in English; Pounamu is.
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The meaning of Jade fern pendants. At its heart jade fern pendants are recognised as the unofficial symbol of New Zealand. They're worn as a sign of both national pride and as a vessel to store memories of the travels through New Zealand people wish to remember. The silver fern is New Zealand's most iconic native plant.
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Design Meaning of Maori jade carvings New Zealand. Koru, Fish Hook, Manaia, Tiki, Twist, circle, whale tail and toki/Adze,
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For over 35 years, our carvers have created unique greenstone Jewellery from authentic NZ Pounamu. We have a special piece just for you. 027 640 2292. Location: 5/954 Ferry Road, Christchurch, 8023 New Zealand. Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm Saturday 9am to 4pm.
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A hei matau, made from pounamu, the Maori word for New Zealand jade or greenstone. Creators say they give the wearer strength, safety and good luck for travel, especially across oceans.
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Treasured, valuable and with spiritual significance, pounamu - New Zealand's highly prized stone - has been used by Māori to denote status and authority, for adornment, and for making peace. Story by Basil Keane Main image: Pounamu touchstone at the national museum, Te Papa Tongarewa Contents Story summary Pounamu - several names
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1. Maori Koru Necklaces Most carved Maori necklace pendants are carved from bone or pounamu (a special type of jade endemic to New Zealand). So are koru pendants. Other materials used are wood, pacific pearl shell (of which you see a few on the photo below), mother of pearl shell, Australian black jade, and red agate.
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Toki: The toki (adze) is a type of blade, is associated with determination, control, strength, focus and hope. Koru: The graceful koru represents a native fern unfurling and symbolises new life, new beginnings, hope, personal growth, purity nurturing, a new phase in life, the spirit of rejuvenation and peace.
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New Zealand Greenstone also known as Pounamu is considered a precious and powerful stone by Māori people. It is often carved into a pendant or necklace which carries special meaning for its wearer, especially for Kiwis living abroad in Australia and across the globe. Traditionally, pounamu, or greenstone, is regarded as a talisman.
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Symbolising the bond between two people, connecting the lives of friends, family or loved ones. Shop Now Learn More Koru (Spiral) Resembling the unfurling frond of the native New Zealand silver fern, the koru connects us to new beginnings, hope for the future, and the good that will follow. Shop Now Learn More Hei Matau (Hook)
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Find Us NZ Pounamu necklaces (pendants) and pounamu jewellery made by hand in New Zealand. Authentic pounamu. Discover the meaning behind the pieces we hand carve. Traditional pounamu greenstone pendants necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings and art based on Māori design. We also sell international jade.
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Pounamu, more commonly known as jade or greenstone, is a stone mostly found on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. This precious stone has been used for hundreds of years by the New Zealand Maori in tools, weapons and jewellery. The tradition still lives on today, mostly seen as pendants for necklaces.
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The Koru is a contemporary Maori Pounamu Greenstone design that is widely recognized. Its spiral shape resembles endless motion. The pattern represents new life and growth, and the inner curl symbolizes coming back to the beginning. With that, the Koru mimics both the concept of change and the notion of consistency.
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At its heart jade fern pendants are recognised as the unofficial symbol of New Zealand. They're worn as a sign of both national pride and as a vessel to store memories of the travels through New Zealand people wish to remember. The silver fern is New Zealand's most iconic native plant. The undersides of its leaves are
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