Hei Toki Inanga - Greenstone Adze Pendant

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Hei Toki Inanga - Greenstone Adze PendantWith expertise and power the carver wields the adze. Relied on for survival in ancient times, traditional tools are imbued with significance and meaning. The toki epitomises the artistry and skill of the craftsman, protector and provider. Of great mana (prestige), to wield the toki is to wield strength. This hei toki was carved by Jeremy Walsh from inanga pounamu sourced from Arahura of Te Wai Pounamu, Aotearoa. It measures 40mm by 20mm and whakarei

and is hung on a sterling silver gold plated chain

It measures 58mm by 30mm and is bound with an adjustable hand-braided cord

the sun and the moon

It measures 71mm by 28mm and is bound with an adjustable hand-braided cord

works in jade

This pair was hand-carved by Wendy Marshall from translucent tangiwai pounamu with white cloud formations and measure 39 x 28mm

This hei toki was handcrafted by John Mayo from raukaraka pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai Pounamu

the quintessential Māori pattern

It measures 62mm by 20mm

By the end of the workshop

signifying their ancestral connection to the gods

It is hung on a tan adjustable cord and can be worn on either side - with both sides showing intricate carvings