This 120mm x 33mm hand-carved bovine bone Toki (adze) features three interlocking Koru spirals and iridescent Paua shell inlays. A traditional symbol of authority and fortitude, it represents the power to carve one's own path and the resilience required to overcome life's obstacles.
In Maori material culture, the Toki was originally a vital tool used for felling trees and carving great waka, evolving into a revered ceremonial taonga signifying leadership and skill. This piece is adorned with three interlocking Koru—the unfurling silver fern frond—representing perpetual renewal, hope, and the interconnectedness of life. The Paua shell inlay at the base serves as the "eyes of the ancestors," providing spiritual vision and a connection to Tangaroa (God of the Sea). Hand-polished from ethically sourced bone, this "living taonga" absorbs the wearer's Mauri (life force), gradually maturing into a deep honey-gold patina that records a unique Whakapapa (lineage).
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