PATHFINDER

PATHFINDER

This piece is a wonderful flowing manaia hand carved from New Zealand Auhunga jade. The stone is a bright, dark green, crisp and lustrous, it glows when lit from behind. The finish is a brilliant polish - it has a silky feel in the hand and looks absolutely wonderful.

This is a wonderfully crafted pendant - carved by Ross Crump. We are thrilled with it - PATHFINDER has a polished finish which gives it a mysterious and soulful aura. It is also a little fanciful and very decorative - a piece to wear every day!

Take a close look at the photos and the brief video. There is a lot of detail in this carving - lots happening, but carved with precision and a great feel for the material.

These manaia have the head of a bird and the tail of a fish. The central body is decorated with a beautifully carved koru - all important symbols in the South Pacific.

This piece exhibits all the hallmarks of Ross Crumps' work - fine detailed carving, a wonderful balance and exceptional Auhunga jade.

A great gift for someone important to you (or as a special gift for yourself).

If you've ever travelled down to the West Coast of New Zealand, that is home to this marvellous stone, you'll appreciate the beauty of this region - and this is a little piece of that magic!

PATHFINDER is lovingly packaged in a woven kete pouch.

Ross has incorporated a koru spiral in the tail which gives it an interesting symbology:

The Manaia: a mythical being believed to be the invisible light, or aura, surrounding a person. They represent spiritual power and are believed to be the guide that leads the spirits to heaven. They are worn to guide and protect.

The Koru: the Māori word for 'loop'. The spiral shaped koru design represents an unfolding silver fern frond. The circular movement towards an inner coil refers to ‘going back to the beginning’.  The unfurling frond itself is symbolic of new life, new beginnings, hope and rebirth.

This carving will be delivered to you with Express Courier on a hand plaited adjustable cord. We will include our 'Kia Ora' cards, which explains the meaning behind both the Manaia and Koru design.

Meaning: Guide ~ Protect ~ Purity ~ Peace

Artist: Ross Crump

Material: New Zealand Auhunga Jade, Pounamu

Finish: High Polish

Cord Colour: Whiorau Tan/Khaki Cord with Sage Green Popper and Slipknots

Cord Length: Adjustable

Size: 85mm (3.3") long; 33mm (1.3") wide