Hei Toki Koura Raukaraka - Gold-Capped Greenstone Adze Pendant

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Hei Toki Koura Raukaraka - Gold-Capped 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 Alex Sands from raukarka pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai Pounamu, Aotearoa and capped in solid 9ct gold by John

This piece was carved by Samuel Potter from kahurangi pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai Pounamu

has a glossy finish and is hung on a gold-plated chain

The sculpture is mounted on a swamp kauri base and measures 190 x 370 x 22mm

It measures 50mm by 30mm

It measures 94mm by 28mm

It measures 32mm in diameter

Koauau are a form of flute used in traditional healing ceremonies

It measures 65mm by 60mm

infusing the sculpture with profound significance

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Crafted using traditional methods and hand tools

It measures 70mm by 42mm