A hand-carved 123mm x 33mm Cattle bone Matau (Fish Hook) pendant featuring iridescent paua shell inlays. This taonga represents prosperity, strength, and safe passage across open waters, rooted in New Zealand Maori maritime tradition.
This Hei Matau is a contemporary testament to the Polynesian voyaging spirit, meticulously rendered from ethically sourced bovine bone. The carving features a prominent Koru spiral on the shank, symbolizing perpetual growth and the Whakapapa (genealogy) of the wearer. Three distinct Paua shell inlays provide a shimmering counterpoint to the high-polish bone finish, mimicking the shifting light of the Pacific Ocean. As a tool for the soul, the Matau serves as a cultural anchor, bestowing Mana (prestige) and protection upon those who navigate life's physical and spiritual journeys.
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