Hand-Carved Pounamu Dolphin Necklace
Hand-Carved Pounamu Dolphin Necklace
Description:
Dive into the enchanting beauty of New Zealand with our exquisite Hand-Carved Pounamu Dolphin Necklace. Crafted with precision and passion, this stunning piece of jewellery features a dolphin, a symbol of harmony and joy, intricately carved from authentic New Zealand pounamu (greenstone).
Features:
Authentic Pounamu: Sourced from the pristine rivers of New Zealand, each piece of pounamu is unique, showcasing natural variations in color and pattern that make your necklace truly one-of-a-kind.
Hand-Carved Excellence: Expertly hand-carved by skilled artisans, the dolphin design captures the graceful essence of this beloved marine creature, reflecting both artistry and cultural significance.
Symbolic Design: The dolphin is a powerful symbol in Maori culture, representing playfulness, protection, and guidance. Wearing this necklace connects you to these positive energies and the rich heritage of New Zealand.
Versatile Elegance: Perfect for any occasion, this necklace adds a touch of elegance and a story to your outfit. Whether you're dressing up for a special event or adding a unique element to your everyday attire, this piece is sure to impress.
Thoughtful Gift: Presented in a beautiful gift box, the Hand-Carved Pounamu Dolphin Necklace makes an ideal gift for loved ones. Share the beauty and spirit of New Zealand with friends and family.
Specifications:
Material: Genuine New Zealand Pounamu (Greenstone)
Pendant Size: Approximately 22mm high by 20mm in length
Cord: Adjustable black waxed cord
Packaging: Comes in a premium gift box
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.
