Arahura Pounamu Earrings
Arahura Pounamu Earrings
Elevate your style with our stunning Arahura Pounamu Earrings, a perfect blend of natural beauty and refined craftsmanship. These elegant earrings feature authentic light green Arahura Pounamu (greenstone), beautifully complemented by sterling silver clasps.
Features:
Authentic Pounamu: Sourced from the sacred Arahura River in New Zealand, each earring showcases the natural beauty and uniqueness of light green Pounamu, making every pair truly one-of-a-kind.
Polished Perfection: Carefully crafted and polished to a smooth finish, the Pounamu stones offer a striking yet understated elegance that enhances any outfit.
Sterling Silver Clasps: The earrings are finished with high-quality sterling silver clasps, adding a contemporary and sophisticated touch to the timeless beauty of the Pounamu.
Cultural Significance: Pounamu holds deep meaning in Māori culture, symbolizing strength, protection, and connection to the land. Wearing these earrings connects you to the rich heritage and natural wonders of New Zealand.
Versatile Design: Whether for a special occasion or everyday wear, these earrings bring a touch of elegance and cultural depth to your look.
Specifications:
Material: Genuine Arahura Pounamu (Greenstone)
Length: Approximately 50mm (5 cm)
Clasp Material: Sterling Silver
Packaging: Presented in a premium gift box with a certificate of authenticity
Why Choose Us?
At NewZealand-Gifts.com, we pride ourselves on offering the finest handcrafted treasures from New Zealand. Our Arahura Pounamu earrings are not just accessories, but pieces of art that carry cultural significance and natural beauty. With guaranteed authenticity and quality, these earrings are a timeless addition to any jewelry collection.
Embrace the elegance of Arahura Pounamu and experience the essence of New Zealand with these exquisite earrings. Order now and let their beauty inspire your style!
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.
Raukarara: “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.
