Pounamu Koru - Putiputi Pounamu

Pounamu Koru 

Koru are the quintessential pattern of Māori design. Taken from the fern frond, are found throughout the forests of Aotearoa, Koru represents the growth, the potential and peace found in the whenua (land). They are gifts of love and friendship.

This stunning Putiputi Pounamu pendant is named after the blossom of a Karaka tree. It is found exclusively in the Marsden Valley on the west coast of the South Island, NZ.  Flower Jade is a highly prized stone. It boasts green hues with contrasting inclusions of yellow and orange.

Carved in Kirikiriroa from New Zealand Pounamu

Kai Whakairo/ Carver - Shawn Gardener - (Sands Carving Studio)

Pounamu: Putiputi Pounamu, also known as Flower Jade or Marsden Jade

Size: The circumference is approximately 18.22 cm