Kapeu Chatoyant Tangiwai - Greenstone Kapeu Pendant

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Kapeu Chatoyant Tangiwai - Greenstone Kapeu PendantOriginally worn as a pair of earrings denoting status within the iwi (tribe), the simple and elegant kapeu form has since become sought after as pendants, with the subtle curve of its rounded lower tip enhancing its mauri (essence). A traditional form, kapeu were used by mothers to help alleviate infants teething pains by using the tip to massage aching gums. This kapeu was carved by Sam Potter from chatoyant tangiwai sourced from Anita Bay of Te Wai

Sands Carving Studio

and the acquisition of knowledge and mana (prestige)

This pair was carved by Ray Stokes from kahurangi pounamu and measure 15mm x 4mm and are hung with sterling silver hooks

This rei puta was carved by Yuki Tanaka from raukaraka pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai Pounamu

It measures 73mm in diameter

This heru was carved by Finau Katoa from cow bone

Typical turnaround time for binding is 2-3 business days

pouwhenua convey narratives that hold great importance for the Māori community

and integrity

Hei tiki represent the form of the first human

made from totoweka burl and raukaraka pounamu (greenstone)

This koru was carved by Yuki Tanaka from raukaraka pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai Pounamu