Raukarakara Pounamu Hei Matau/Fish Hook Necklace
Raukarakara Pounamu Hei Matau/Fish Hook Necklace
Take a moment to immerse yourself in the serene beauty of our exquisite Hei Matau. Carefully handcrafted from the prestigious Raukarakara pounamu, sourced from the tranquil West Coast of the South Island in New Zealand, this remarkable piece exudes a soothing aura.
Embracing the spirit of relaxation and tranquility, the Hei Matau symbolizes not only good luck but also embodies a sense of strength and protection while traveling overseas. Let its gentle presence bring a calming energy to your life, reminding you to navigate your journeys with peace and harmony.
This Hei Matau is meticulously carved by a skilled New Zealand artisan, ensuring the utmost craftsmanship and attention to detail. The unique characteristics and serene green hues of the Raukarakara pounamu infuse each piece with a sense of natural beauty and harmony.
By adorning yourself or a loved one with this Hei Matau, you invite the essence of relaxation and tranquillity into your or their everyday life. Let the ancestral wisdom and timeless elegance of this piece become a companion on a journey of inner peace and rejuvenation.
Experience the soothing allure of Raukarakara pounamu with our exquisite Hei Matau. Discover the gentle craftsmanship and symbolic significance of this remarkable piece, connecting you to the peaceful landscapes and serene ambiance of New Zealand's South Island.
Stone: Raukarakara
Cord: Plain Dark Brown Cord
Dimensions: 45mm x 38mm approx.
Meanings Behind the Designs
Koru (Spiral)
The Koru is said to represent new beginnings, growth and regeneration. It is a perfect gift that will last generations
Hei Matau (Fish Hook)
Signifies strength, worn for catching good luck giving protection in travel, especially over water
Rei Puta
The Rei puta is a representaion of the whales tooth, this signafies the importance of Tangaroa (god of the sea) and his children
Manaia
A Manaia is a spiritual gaurdian usually with the head of a bird and the tail of a fish, Representing unity between the spiritual, and the physical worlds
Toki
Power and Strenghth and leadership qualitys
Pikorua (Twist)
the infinty symbol this shows the coming together of two life forces
Mere
This indicates strength commitment and over coming obstacles.
Different types of Pounamu from New Zealand.
There are many different types of pounamu found throughout New Zealand. It is predominantly found on the west coast of the South Island. Pounamu has a special place in Maori culture and was used in all parts of their lives from making tools, weapons and Jewellery.
Kawakawa: This is named after the leaves of the pepperwood tree. This bright to dark green with black spots and inclusions.
Inanga: Is named after young whitebait, which is a small translucent native fish. the stone can be from a very pale green to almost white this to has very translucent qualities.
Totoweka: A weka is a native flightless bird. The name of this basically means “blood of the weka”. It’s a rare form of pounamu speckled or streaked with red through the stone.
Tahutahi: Also known as snow flake this is a bright coloured green, kind of stone with white cloud or snow-like inclusions
Kahurangi: Very rare in New Zealand, Kaurangi is a jewellery grade carving stone, that is generally a rich green with no inclusions.
Kokopu: Is named after the native trout. A light-coloured opaque stone with obvious brown inclusions.
Tangiwai: This stone is actually a bowenite not nephrite like the other Pounamu mentioned in this description. however, it is still regarded as pounamu.
Raukarakara: “Flower jade”, named after the blossom of the Karaka tree. Is found only in the Marsden area of the west coast of the South Island. This stone has stunning inclusions and different colours flowing through the stone.
