MADÉ Kaha Pounamu Necklace

KAHA – Strength

A statement of balance and quiet force.

KAHA brings together two expressions of strength. On one side, a bold 10mm Cuban link chain anchors the piece with solid presence. On the other, two strands of finer 5mm chain move with a lighter rhythm. The asymmetry creates a deliberate tension between weight and movement.

At the centre sits a polished stainless steel ring suspending a 7cm drop of West Coast pounamu. The stone carries its own natural story, with deep greens, lighter moss tones, and distinctive markings shaped by the rivers where it was formed.

Kaha means strength in te reo Māori. Not the loud kind, but the steady strength that comes from balance, resilience, and grounding.

Industrial steel meets ancient stone. Precision meets nature.

No two pieces of pounamu are ever identical, making every KAHA necklace completely unique.

Details

304 Stainless Steel Cuban Link Chain – Silver
Split chain design
• One side: single 10mm Cuban link chain
• Other side: double 5mm Cuban link chains
Chain Length: 45cm
Pounamu Drop: approx. 7cm
All stainless steel findings for durability

Pounamu is sourced from river beds on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. The colour and markings will vary from light green to deep forest tones.

Custom chain styles and lengths can be created.
For bespoke versions please email jen@morganandmorgan.co.nz

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About Pounamu

Pounamu, often known as New Zealand greenstone, is a treasured stone of deep cultural significance to Māori. Found primarily in the rivers and mountains of Te Wai Pounamu, the South Island of Aotearoa New Zealand, it has been valued for centuries as a taonga representing strength, connection and enduring relationships.

Traditionally, pounamu is gifted rather than purchased for oneself, as it is believed to carry the energy and intention of the giver. When a piece is given, it becomes a symbol of respect, protection and lasting connection between people.

Each stone is formed naturally within the earth and shaped over time by river and landscape. Because of this, every piece of pounamu has its own character, colour and markings. No two are ever identical.

The pounamu used in this piece has been sourced from riverbeds on the West Coast of the South Island. The colour may range from soft, translucent greens through to deeper forest tones depending on the individual stone.

We honour the cultural significance of pounamu and present it with respect, acknowledging its place as a taonga within Aotearoa.