This 50mm x 35mm Maori Whale Tail (Hei Tohorā Whiore) pendant is hand-carved from natural cattle bone and features intricate Pikorua (Twist) and Koru engravings. Representing the sacred Southern Right Whale, it symbolizes protection, eternal bonding, and the spiritual guidance of the ocean deity Tangaroa.
In Maori cosmology, the Tohorā (whale) is a sacred descendant of Tangaroa, the god of the oceans. Whales are revered as tapu (sacred) beings and navigate the migration legends of many iwi, often acting as guardians who lead tribes to their destined lands. This pendant integrates three powerful motifs: the Whale Tail signifies strength and a deep connection to the sea; the Pikorua (single twist) represents the eternal bond between two people and the joining of life paths; and the Koru spiral denotes new beginnings and perpetual growth. Carved from high-density cattle bone, this taonga serves as a spiritual compass for travelers and a symbol of loyalty to one's whānau (family).
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