KORU TE AO

KORU TE AO - Spiral of the world

This pendant is a beautiful embodiment of balance, growth, and harmony. Its disc shape with a flowing koru design, inspired by the unfurling fern frond, symbolises new beginnings and the interconnected cycles of life. Expertly carved from premium jade, this piece captures the essence of nature’s elegance, blending tradition with timeless beauty.

“Te Ao” - meaning “the world” in Māori - reflects the universal appeal of its message and design. It’s more than jewellery, it’s a celebration of life and renewal.

If you look at the top of the piece, you can see a slight red tinge through the stone. This is called 'totoweka' - Weka's blood - and is quite rare, so this just adds a little something extra to a piece that already is quite unique.

KORU TE AO was handcrafted for us by artist and carver Ric Moor. 

The very best way to appreciate this work (apart from holding it in your hands) is to watch the brief video we have taken of it slowly revolving. It really is a stunner! The carved form is balanced but interesting - Ric has used the perfect piece of stone for the design and he has executed the carving beautifully.

The koru symbolises new life, the central spiral shape represents an unfolding silver fern frond - the beginning of its life. The circular movement towards an inner coil refers to ‘going back to the beginning’. This is a fabulous pendant if you're embarking on new challenges. A partner to keep you company.

We provide this with a four plait black coloured adjustable cord. Also included, our 'Kia Ora' card, which explains the meaning behind the Koru design.

Delivery to you with Express Courier is included in the price.

Meaning: Abundance ~ Purity ~ Positive Energy

Artist: Ric Moor

Material: New Zealand Totoweka Jade, Pounamu

Finish: Soft Matte

Cord Colour: Black Four-Plait Cord

Cord Length: Adjustable

Size: 56mm (2.2") diameter