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Hei Matau Large, hei matau · kawakawa pounamu, handcrafted pounamu
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Hei Matau · Kawakawa Pounamu

Hei Matau Large

NZ$350

A large hei matau carved from Kawakawa pounamu. The hei matau symbolises strength, prosperity, and safe travel across water, traditionally worn by fishers and voyagers and carrying the mana of Tangaroa, guardian of the sea.

MaterialKawakawa Pounamu

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Hei Matau · Strength & safe passage

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