Fish hook / Hei Matau

Prosperity ~ Abundance ~ Fertility

Much of Māori theology was based around the sea - Māori crossed the Pacific Ocean to find New Zealand (Aotearoa) in sailing canoes, fishing to survive these long and dangerous journeys.

Legend has it that New Zealand was once a huge fish that was caught by the great mariner Maui using a line of woven plant fibre and a bone hook - so the hook, or matau, is central to our Islands.

The wearer of a Hei-Matau is seen as a provider and protector who is strong willed and determined to succeed in life.

There are many styles of Hei-Matau from the true hook designs to more ornamental styles - scroll down and find your perfect Matau pendant.

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  • This matau, is a large pendant hand carved from New Zealand jade. It is both intricate and contemporary in design - it has hidden folds and smooth curves. A piece to be worn, the carving and the jade are both magnificent. A large hand carved New Zealand Jade hook by artist Ric Moor.This matau, is a large pendant hand carved from New Zealand jade. It is both intricate and contemporary in design - it has hidden folds and smooth curves. A piece to be worn, the carving and the jade are both magnificent. A large hand carved New Zealand Jade hook by artist Ric Moor.
    NZ Pacific
    TUATARA
    TUATARA - a survivor through the ages... New Zealand Marsden jade matau, superbly carved and made to be worn and treasured! We've named this piece after an ancient reptile that is endemic to New Zealand.  TUATARA is Māori for 'peaks on the back' - the...
    €336,95 EUR
    €336,95 EUR
  • Hand carved New Zealand Jade Hook Pendant. Hand made Jade Hook, matau necklace provided with adjustable cord.Hand carved New Zealand Jade Hook Pendant. Hand made Jade Hook, matau necklace provided with adjustable cord.
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    TWILIGHT BEAUTY
    TWILIGHT BEAUTY - named after a favourite trout fly, this is a gorgeous pendant. We've designed this small - perfect for children, or anyone who would like something petite and striking.  A lovely little jade hook that nicely symbolises the respected matau. These are carved from...
    €137,95 EUR
    €137,95 EUR
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  • A hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Hook, Matau, necklace. The cord is a tan colour and is adjustable in length. A large sized hand made hook necklace by New Zealand artist Rueben Tipene. One off work of art to wear.A hand carved large New Zealand Argillite Hook, Matau, necklace. The cord is a tan colour and is adjustable in length. A large sized hand made hook necklace by New Zealand artist Rueben Tipene. One off work of art to wear.
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    UNITE
    UNITE is a large and beautifully carved Matau. Artist: Rueben Tipene UNITE is an extraordinary piece that blends unity and harmony into one incredible design. Enjoy the traditional Koru engraving and show off your own unique style with a piece of New Zealand art.  Wear UNITE...
    €478,95 EUR
    €478,95 EUR
  • Hand carved Jade Hook with whale pendant. Hand carved by NZ Pacific, jade jewellery for sale online.Hand carved Jade Hook with whale pendant. Hand carved by NZ Pacific, jade jewellery for sale online.
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    WHALES EDGE
    WHALES EDGE A fanciful and very cool matau pendant with lots of wonderful detail! Resting on the tip of the hook is a little whale, preparing to breach! This Matau incorporates the wonderful whale - a giant of the ocean and a creature that...
    €197,95 EUR
    €197,95 EUR
  • This photo shows a greenstone hook, or matau, pendant. It is a beautiful deep green jade. The cord is plaited in black and the length can be adjusted.This photo shows a greenstone hook, or matau, pendant. It is a beautiful deep green jade. The cord is plaited olive green and the length can be adjusted.
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    WHITETIP AT NIGHT
    WHITETIP AT NIGHT a bold, opportunistic and unpredictable underwater predator - quietly going about his business in the soft evening light.... A really nice MATTE New Zealand jade hook that we have had carved with care and precision. These are bound with a traditional lashing on the shaft...
    €169,95 EUR
    €169,95 EUR
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  • Hand made bone hook, or matau, pendant. The cord can be adjusted. It is a large sized pendant and is well carved. A beautiful piece of art to wear, hand carved jewellery. Delivered in woven kete pouch with express courier.Hand made bone hook, or matau, pendant. The cord can be adjusted. It is a large sized pendant and is well carved. A beautiful piece of art to wear, hand carved jewellery. Delivered in woven kete pouch with express courier.
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    WILD AND FREE
    Hand carved bone matau pendant. Artist: YURI TERENYI A strong pendant with tons of character. These were carved for us by Yuri Terenyi - they are a finely carved design with a form that is a little different from the typical matau shape. The...
    €88,95 EUR
    €88,95 EUR

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