NZ Greenstone Dolphin Sculpture (BW770) Hapopo Pounamu

Adorable Dolphin sculpture carved locally from Hapopo pounamu and set on a pounamu base.

Measurements:

61 mm height

36 mm width of base

28 mm length

52 mm length of dolphin

The aihe (dolphin) is a beloved symbol across all cultures, embodying playfulness, intelligence, and the sacred bond between humans and the ocean. A dolphin pendant captures its energetic spirit, reminding the wearer to embrace life with curiosity, kindness, and a sense of adventure.

The sacred stone of Aotearoa. Pounamu of this beautiful land encompasses nephrite jade, serpentine, and tangiwai (bowenite). To the Māori of New Zealand, Pounamu (greenstone) is more than just a stone, it is a taonga (treasure) woven into the spiritual and cultural fabric of their ancestors. Revered as a gift from the gods, it carries the mana (prestige) of the land and the strength of the rivers.

When worn close to the skin it absorbs your wairua (spirit); over time its lustre deepens along with the bond between wearer and stone. Pounamu is a gift from the heart and as such should be worn or displayed with respect and pride.

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