NIHO POAKA - Two Boar Tusk Pendants
Symbolizing Maori hunting tradition, These Niho Poaka pendants (wild boar tusks), embody strength and heritage.
Throughout Māori history, pigs (poaka) have held significance. While it's believed that the original Polynesian settlers of Aotearoa didn't bring pigs with them, they quickly became integral to Māori life after Captain Cook's arrival. Pigs provided sustenance, cleaning scraps, and offering a rich source of meat and fat. Maori hunters developed keen skills in pig hunting, and the tradition of wearing poaka tusks as adornments continues to this day.
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