White Travertine Patu Kowhatu Taonga

This white travertine Patu is incredible with a face carved into each side and a weaved tail on the end. This Patu can come with a stand that can have upto 3 engraved words.Dimensions: 110mm x 300mmMere or Patu were originally used by Māori in hand-to-hand combat. They were also utilized as a everyday tool for cutting and striking object. These sacred ancent Māori Taonga symbols of mana (authority), status, cultural identity, and important relationships.In most cases our Patu/Mere are purchased to be gifted as birthday, leaving/welcoming gifts, other celebrations and corporate events.