Greenstone Hei Matau - Kawakawa Nic Tucker

Greenstone Hei Matau - Kawakawa Nic Tucker72mm length of stone Kawakawa Pounamu Hei Matau pendant with complex binding and hand carved in New Zealand by master carver Tyson Lynes. Complete with an adjustable plaited waxed braid cord. The Hei Matau was taken as a good luck charm on fishing trips, the mythical and spiritual powers of Pounamu keeping away evil spirits and ensuring a safe return. This meaning is translated today as safe travel and strength and determination. Reference code: TL 535

The brooch catch and hinge are sturdy and the pin is made from 0

A classic statement earring designed to be worn for every occasion with jeans or an evening dress

40mm length leaf pendant on a 450mm sterling silver chain

8mm pendant on a 450mm extended chain length

Garnets and sterling silver stud earrings

Each piece is handmade and will naturally vary in shape and size

Each glass uses a seperate kina shell in the making process

Small - 230mm x 230 x 90mm H

kura (school) and for all New Zealanders

Reference code: BTN-065

sterling silver and 9ct yellow gold

and personal experience—reflecting a search for meaning in the fast-changing 21st century