This 102mm x 33mm hand-carved bone pendant is known as the "Hei Taiaha Wana," a powerful Maori symbol of leadership and spiritual authority. It is modeled after the head and tongue of the traditional Maori long-staff, acting as a protective guardian for the modern leader.
The name "Wana" represents the inner spirit and authority shown by a warrior or speaker. The detailed tongue (Arero) represents the "breath of life" and the importance of speaking the truth, while the head (Upoko) features shimmering paua shell eyes. These are known as the "eyes of the ancestors," providing constant watchfulness and spiritual guidance from every direction.
Made from ethically sourced bone, this treasure is considered a "living object." When worn against the skin, the bone absorbs your energy (Mauri) and gradually changes from white to a beautiful honey-gold color. This natural change serves as a physical record of the piece’s history and its growing spiritual power.
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