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Understated and timeless, these square pounamu stud earrings are crafted to be worn every day. Each soft green stone is carefully cut and set in a clean sterling silver bezel, allowing the natural variations and depth of the stone to shine through.Minimal in form yet rich in character, these studs a...

Elegant and naturally refined, these greenstone teardrop earrings are designed to move gently with you. Each stone is hand cut into a soft teardrop shape and set in a polished sterling silver bezel, highlighting the rich green tones and organic inclusions unique to greenstone.Lightweight and comfort...

Refined and quietly striking, this greenstone drop pendant celebrates the natural beauty of the stone in its purest form. The elongated drop shape is softly polished, revealing deep green tones and subtle variations unique to each piece. Finished with a sterling silver cap featuring delicate detaili...

A Manawa design, typically a carved heart shape, symbolizes aroha (love), cherished connections with loved ones, unity, and remembrance. It represents the deep emotional bonds and the warmth that people bring to our lives.

The "twist," or Pikorua, represents the paths of life and the eternal connections between people. It signifies the strength of relationships, such as friendship, family, and love, symbolizing that although people may separate or take different paths, they will always remain connected and find their...

The "twist," or Pikorua , represents the paths of life and the eternal connections between people. It signifies the strength of relationships, such as friendship, family, and love, symbolizing that although people may separate or take different paths, they will always remain connected and find their...

The koru is a symbol of new beginnings, growth, and renewal, depicted as the unfurling frond of a native fern. The word "koru" literally means "fold," "loop," or "coil" in Te Reo Māori, representing the continuous cycle of life and the potential for new opportunities.

In Māori culture, "Roimata" refers to a teardrop-shaped carving of pounamu (greenstone) that symbolises healing, unity, empathy, and comfort. It represents tears of emotion, but also shared grief, connection to the land (whenua), and a reminder of the strength found in vulnerability to navigate lif...

A Pikorua or double twist carved from pounamu symbolizes the unbreakable and enduring bond between people, cultures, or for eternity. Its design, inspired by the pikopiko fern fronds, represents life's continuous journey, connections that persist through life's changes, and the depth of friendship a...

"Toki" refers to an adze (a type of axe), that symbolizes strength, determination, resilience, and courage, particularly in the face of adversity. Originally an essential tool for carving canoes and meeting houses, the toki was also a status symbol worn by chiefs to signify power and wisdom, and tod...

The roimata pendant, carved from pounamu symbolizes healing, hope, empathy, and connection to the land. Its teardrop shape represents "tears" of grief, but also renewed life and comfort, making it a "comfort stone" given to show sympathy, support, and to reassure someone they are not alone in hardsh...

The Koru spiral design is inspired by the unfurling frond of a silver fern, which symbolises new beginnings, growth, peace, and new life. Ponamu Koru earrings represent a connection to the land and culture of Aotearoa, embodying these concepts in a beautiful, wearable treasure.

The toki is a symbol of strength, courage, and resilience, originally an essential tool for carving canoes and meeting houses. The adze-shaped pendant signifies determination, focus, and wisdom, and it was traditionally worn by chiefs, carrying the mana (prestige) and wairua (spirit) of its owners...

The koru is a symbol of new beginnings, growth, and renewal, depicted as the unfurling frond of a native fern. The word "koru" literally means "fold," "loop," or "coil" in Te Reo Māori, representing the continuous cycle of life and the potential for new opportunities. A balanced koru symbolizes sta...

The Hei Tiki is a human-shaped pendant carved from sacred pounamu (greenstone) that symbolizes ancestors, fertility, new beginnings, and provides protection and guidance. The tiki figure acts as a conduit for spiritual energy, connecting the past, present, and future, and is a treasured gift imbued...

The toki is a symbol of strength, courage, and resilience, originally an essential tool for carving canoes and meeting houses. The adze-shaped pendant signifies determination, focus, and wisdom, and it was traditionally worn by chiefs, carrying the mana (prestige) and wairua (spirit) of its owners...

Hei Matau, symbolizes strength, prosperity, good fortune, and safe journeys, especially across water. Rooted in the legend of the demigod Māui pulling up the North Island with a fishhook, it also signifies a profound connection to the ocean and the provider's role, honoring the sea god Tangaroa.

A pounamu breastplate, known as a kouma, symbolises protection, strength, and leadership in Māori culture. It is considered a type of personal armour that shields the wearer from harm and negative energies, while also representing inner strength, resilience, and well-being. The design can also inco...

A Manaia pounamu pendant symbolises protection, balance, and unity, embodying a spiritual guardian with the head of a bird, body of a human, and tail of a fish. This shape symbolises the connection between the sky, earth, and sea, offering guidance and strength while also linking to ancestors and cu...

A pounamu bead bracelet holds deep cultural significance, symbolising strength, protection, connection, and unity. The beads represent a wearer's journey, history, and spirit, and gifting one creates a lasting bond between the giver and receiver. The specific meanings can be further detailed by the...

A silver pounamu teardrop necklace, known as a Roimata in Māori culture, symbolises healing, comfort, strength, and a connection to the land. The teardrop shape represents tears of both sadness and joy, embodying resilience and the ability to find balance through life's challenges. It can also sign...