Roimata Kōkopu - Greenstone Teardrop Pendant

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Roimata Kōkopu - Greenstone Teardrop PendantThe roimata embodies our emotions in times of joy, sadness, celebration and tribulation. Traditionally made from pounamu adzes or similar tools that were too worn down to be functional, they were gifted as a way of remembering the history and tpuna (ancestors). They remind us of our humanity, and our ability to overcome adversity even when the path is spiritually difficult. This roimata was carved by Alex Sands from kkopu pounamu sourced from Arahura

This rei puta was carved by Jeremy Walsh from Inanga pounamu sourced from Arahura of Te Wai Pounamu

This stunning piece measures 315 x 25 x 15mm

It measures 105mm by 48mm

Pounamu ring external diameter - 31 x 31mm

The wheku features three paua shell eyes

Valid for 1 year from date of purchase

This workshop is designed for entry-level carvers with next to no carving experience

with the carver taking the form of the rei niho parāoa (sperm whale tooth) and infusing it with their own inspiration

This piece was carved by Nikki Shaw

symbolize the form of the first human and serve as revered gifts

Measurements: Internal diameter: 6

whales are highly regarded tūpuna (ancestors) symbolizing abundance and strength