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Whakaruruhau pendant - Putiputi Pounamu
Whakaruruhau pendant - Putiputi Pounamu
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Whakaruruhau
Whakaruruhau are breastplates or shield adornments that represent strength and leadership. They are a taonga of personal protection that share their beauty with the Te Ao Turoa (outer world).
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: Trent Lawrie - Sands Carving Studio
Size: 70mm width x 45mm length x 80mm depth
Pounamu: Putiputi Pounamu, also known as Flower Jade or Marsden Jade
SKU:SPP4
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