Protection

Mythically, these carvings offer protection to the people who wear them. They contain great spiritual energy and help guard against evil. Typically they will be gifted, and worn, to offer protection and luck, often when people are traveling or facing challenging situations.

The Dolphin and Whale are two mammals of the ocean that Maori believe offer protection. They are admired for their speed, sensitivity and strength and their willingness to protect other sea creatures and humans when they're in distress.

The Manaia is also regarded as a protective spirit. It is regarded as a guardian angel and is worn to provide protection.

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  • This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable black cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with an adjustable black cord. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    A STING IN THE TAIL
    A STING IN THE TAIL - carved for us by Shaun Gardiner.  This piece exhibits the quirky approach Shaun takes when carving jade - beautifully defined, carved with flair and a high degree of skill, and using gorgeous New Zealand pounamu.  Unique and striking,...
    $222.00 USD
    $345.00 USD
    $222.00 USD
  • Hand carved ancient woolly mammoth tusk hook necklace with adjustable cord. Mammoth Tusk stabilised with blue resin pendant. Unique medium sized hook necklaces hand made from woolly mammoth tusk. Real ancient mammoth tusk delivered in a woven kete pouch.Hand carved ancient woolly mammoth tusk hook necklace with adjustable cord. Mammoth Tusk stabilised with blue resin pendant. Unique medium sized hook necklaces hand made from woolly mammoth tusk. Real ancient mammoth tusk delivered in a woven kete pouch.
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    ABUNDANCE
    ABUNDANCE A fish hook necklace (hei-matau) hand-carved in a traditional style from Woolly Mammoth Tusk. These are glorious pieces! These are a gorgeous pale cream colour with hints of blue - and they have exceptional grain definition. The tusk has been stabilised with a...
    $111.00 USD
    $111.00 USD
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  • This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with a fixed length cord in a two toned green colour. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.This photo shows a koru pendant carved from New Zealand Jade. The artist, Shaun Gardiner, has carved this beautifully. We provide this piece with a fixed length cord in a two toned green colour. This is a fantastic work of art, we have one only.
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    ACCEPTANCE
    ACCEPTANCE - a medium sized double koru pendant, carved from a beautiful New Zealand Kawakawa pounamu. Beautiful, delicately carved and graceful. Hold this piece up to the light to reveal the beauty within! ACCEPTANCE is a pendant carved from the land of New Zealand...
    $345.00 USD
    $345.00 USD
  • Hand carved Bone Whale Tail pendant by Andrew Doughty. Whale tail pendant by Andrew Doughty with engraving in it. Beautiful unisex necklace hand carved in New Zealand, delivered in a woven kete pouch. Provided with an adjustable beige cord.Hand carved Bone Whale Tail pendant by Andrew Doughty. Whale tail pendant by Andrew Doughty with engraving in it. Beautiful unisex necklace hand carved in New Zealand, delivered in a woven kete pouch. Provided with an adjustable beige cord.
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    AHO KAPI ME AROHA
    AHO KAPI ME AROHA - Radiant light filled with love In the artists words below... This Taonga is named Aho Kapi Me Aroha which means radiant light filled with love. In general, the whale tail represents strength, power, and speed. Such symbolism is obvious...
    $390.00 USD
    $390.00 USD
  • This is a lovely, one-off medium-sized, green toki pendant hand made from a gorgeous New Zealand jade. It is finished in a matte sheen and is bound with a black plaited cord. This toki has a koru carved into the sides of the blade. These are wonderful pieces that are very attractive and will last a lifetime. Hand carved by Ric Moor.This is a lovely, one-off medium-sized, green toki pendant hand made from a gorgeous New Zealand jade. It is finished in a matte sheen and is bound with a black plaited cord. This toki has a koru carved into the sides of the blade. These are wonderful pieces that are very attractive and will last a lifetime. Hand carved by Ric Moor.
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    AHO RUA
    AHO RUA - Dual Light This piece is carved from New Zealand Pounamu, a gorgeous piece of stone. We love the quality and character of the jade.  Pounamu holds a deep connection to New Zealand’s heritage, making this pendant not just a beautiful accessory,...
    $327.00 USD
    $327.00 USD
  • These pendants are hand carved, green jade Hawaiian hooks or Makau pendants. They are beautifully finished in a high polish and bound with an adjustable cord. Hand made jewellery that make the most wonderful gifts. Free shipping worldwide.These pendants are hand carved, green jade Hawaiian hooks or Makau pendants. They are beautifully finished in a high polish and bound with an adjustable cord. Hand made jewellery that make the most wonderful gifts. Free shipping worldwide.
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    ALOHA
    A delicately carved matau, made by hand from gorgeous pale, apple green jade. In Hawaiian culture - the hook is carved facing the left so it is always facing your heart... one of the reasons we love this stunning little hook. A very fine...
    $157.00 USD
    $157.00 USD
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  • Hand carved Wheku pendant. Carved from woolly mammoth Tusk by NZ Pacific. Hand crafted Mammoth tusk jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable cord and packaged in woven kete pouch.Hand carved Wheku pendant. Carved from woolly mammoth Tusk by NZ Pacific. Hand crafted Mammoth tusk jewellery for sale online. Provided with an adjustable cord and packaged in woven kete pouch.
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    ANCESTOR
    ANCESTOR Wheku - 'carved face'. The face of an ancestor.  Just arrived, this beautiful hand carved 'wheku' pendant. Crafted in exquisite detail, this is a little work of art - and it looks fantastic worn.  The craftsmanship is of the highest standard - take a look at the...
    $175.00 USD
    $175.00 USD
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  • This is a one off large display piece carving, hand made by Ross Crump here in New Zealand. Ross has carved this stunning large Taniwha with twist from New Zealand Auhunga Jade. We have only one and this piece is made to be displayed as a centre piece. We deliver this spectacular piece of art to you with Express Courier. New Zealand made gift for a special occasion or corporate affair.This is a one off large display piece carving, hand made by Ross Crump here in New Zealand. Ross has carved this stunning large Taniwha with twist from New Zealand Auhunga Jade. We have only one and this piece is made to be displayed as a centre piece. We deliver this spectacular piece of art to you with Express Courier. New Zealand made gift for a special occasion or corporate affair.
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    ANOINTED
    ANOINTED - TANIWHA Looking for a hand crafted display piece? Take a look at this wonderful piece of carved art Made from New Zealand pounamu by Ross Crump.  Perhaps you're looking for an incredibly special and unique corporate gift? Look no further - this...
    $1,886.00 USD
    $1,886.00 USD
  • Hand made deer antler manaia pendant. Hand carved by NZ Pacific. Manaia carved from deer antler pendant for sale online. Delivered to you on an adjustable black cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.Hand made deer antler manaia pendant. Hand carved by NZ Pacific. Manaia carved from deer antler pendant for sale online. Delivered to you on an adjustable black cord and packaged in a woven kete pouch.
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    AORAKI
    AORAKI A bold and beautiful manaia matau... This manaia incorporates the head of a bird, a koru and the tail of a fish - linking the sky, land and sea. These are important symbols down here in the South Pacific. If you like the...
    $169.00 USD
    $169.00 USD
  • This is a large carved Manaia pendant. It is made from unique materials - New Zealand Obay Stone, Bone, Paua shell, Brass and Mother of Pearl. The face of the Manaia is carved with a traditional design in the front. It is carved front and back and has traditional carved designs. This is a large and very traditional pendant that is a collectors piece.This is a large carved Manaia pendant. It is made from unique materials - New Zealand Obay Stone, Bone, Paua shell, Brass and Mother of Pearl. The face of the Manaia is carved with a traditional design in the front. It is carved front and back and has traditional carved designs. This is a large and very traditional pendant that is a collectors piece.
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    APORO O TOKU KANOHI
    APORO O TOKU KANOHI: Apple of my eye We are absolutely delighted to have this outstanding piece available. APORO O TOKU KANOHI is a large and beautifully carved piece of jewellery, parts very traditional, and with some wonderful personal touches from the artist. This...
    $1,145.00 USD
    $1,145.00 USD
  • Hand carved from a lovely piece of local New Zealand Jade. The quality of the workmanship and design is outstanding - this is a piece you will want to wear all the time. We have suspended this from a 4-plait beige cord which can be adjusted with a couple of slip knots and beige binding. Hand made by Kyohei Noguchi.Hand carved from a lovely piece of local New Zealand Jade. The quality of the workmanship and design is outstanding - this is a piece you will want to wear all the time. We have suspended this from a 4-plait beige cord which can be adjusted with a couple of slip knots and beige binding. Hand made by Kyohei Noguchi.
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    ARCTIC STRENGTH
    ARCTIC STRENGTH A perfect combination of craft and beauty, ARCTIC STRENGTH is a traditional piece of jewelry by artist Kyohei Noguchi. This exquisite toki is carved from local New Zealand jade and suspended from an adjustable 4-plait beige cord, an unforgettable addition to any...
    $351.00 USD
    $351.00 USD
  • This is a wonderful, finely carved drop pendant. It is hand carved by Andrew Doughty and we will ship it to you free anywhere in the world. Hand made from bone with Paua shell and copper inlay. Delivered with an adjustable brown cord.This is a wonderful, finely carved drop pendant. It is hand carved by Andrew Doughty and we will ship it to you free anywhere in the world. Hand made from bone with Paua shell and copper inlay. Delivered with an adjustable brown cord.
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    AROHA PARAKORE
    AROHA PARAKORE - a wonderful, finely carved, drop pendant for all you lovers of art to wear! Hand carved by Andrew Doughty. In the artists words below... This simple taonga combines bone, copper and Pāua. It is named Aroha Parakore which means pure love....
    $273.00 USD
    $273.00 USD
  • Hand made New Zealand Nelson jade Toki drop pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. Hand made jewellery. Unique large Jade drop with adjustable length oat coloured cord. Free shipping worldwide.Hand made New Zealand Nelson jade Toki drop pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand by Kerry Thompson. Hand made jewellery. Unique large Jade drop with adjustable length oat coloured cord. Free shipping worldwide.
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    ASHEN
    ONE PIECE ONLY ASHEN - Carved from rare New Zealand Nelson Jade This is a wonderful piece - carved for us by Kerry Thompson. ASHEN is hand carved from beautiful and unique New Zealand Blue Jade from Nelson, this is a rare stone that...
    $263.00 USD
    $263.00 USD
  • This picture shows a large sized Labradorite skull pendant that we have hand carved. It is polished to a soft shine and is a very striking piece. The cord is black and has a small gold floret binding just above the pendant.This picture shows a large sized Labradorite skull pendant that we have hand carved. It is polished to a soft shine and is a very striking piece. The cord is black and has a small gold floret binding just above the pendant.
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    ASHFIRE SENTINEL
    ASHFIRE SENTINEL - a very COOL skull pendant! Hand carved from Labradorite. This stone is nothing short of a radiant marvel! It exudes warmth and mystique in equal measure. Turn it slowly in the light and wonder at its golden labradorescence, where light dances across...
    $263.00 USD
    $263.00 USD
  • This picture shows a large matau, hook called a pā kahawai. It is carved from deer antler bone, wood, and paua shell. One only, free shipping worldwide. Provided with an adjustable black cord. Stunning work of Art to Wear by Fumio Noguchi.This picture shows a large matau, hook called a pā kahawai. It is carved from deer antler bone, wood, and paua shell. One only, free shipping worldwide. Provided with an adjustable black cord. Stunning work of Art to Wear by Fumio Noguchi.
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    AU FOND
    AU FOND The Pā Kahawai is a composite trolling lure that was widely used throughout Polynesia to troll for fish. This particular design was specifically made to target the Kahawai - a sea trout commonly found in New Zealand waters. The lure was trailed behind canoes...
    $579.00 USD
    $579.00 USD
  • Hand carved bone hook pendant. This piece is carved with a winged decoration on the upper part. We've named it 'Avenger' after the Goddess Nike. Shipping is free worldwide.Hand carved bone hook pendant. This piece is carved with a winged decoration on the upper part. We've named it 'Avenger' after the Goddess Nike. Shipping is free worldwide.
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    AVENGER
    AVENGER - A winged fish hook necklace (hei-matau) handcarved in a unique style, with some beautiful detailing to add a little flair! The necklace cord is hand plaited and length adjustable. It has a couple of slip knots that will allow you to position the piece where...
    $68.00 USD
    $68.00 USD
  • Hand made large New Zealand Tangiwai toki pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand by Graeme Wylie for NZ Pacific . Hand made jewellery. Unique large Jade Toki with adjustable length black coloured cord. Free shipping worldwide.Hand made large New Zealand Tangiwai toki pendant. Hand carved in New Zealand by Graeme Wylie for NZ Pacific . Hand made jewellery. Unique large Jade Toki with adjustable length black coloured cord. Free shipping worldwide.
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    BEDROCK
    BEDROCK  Carved from New Zealand Tangiwai Pounamu. BEDROCK is a medium sized, slender Toki carved for us by Graeme Wylie. This is a very unique piece - carved from New Zealand Tangiwai, a rare stone from New Zealand's South Westland. This stone is renowned...
    $286.00 USD
    $286.00 USD
  • This photo shows a greenstone hook, or matau, pendant. It is a beautiful green British Columbia jade stone. The plaited cord is a black colour. It is plaited and the length can be adjusted.This photo shows a greenstone hook, or matau, pendant. It is a beautiful green British Columbia jade stone. The plaited cord is a black colour. It is plaited and the length can be adjusted.
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    BEYOND THE FEAR
    Always look BEYOND THE FEAR... BEYOND THE FEAR is crafted in beautiful British Columbian jade. This is a faultless, dark moss-green stone with very few mineral inclusions. If you like an even, bright and highly polished finish - this is worth a look! The cord is...
    $208.00 USD
    $208.00 USD
  • Hand carved boxing glove made from New Zealand Jade. The cord is adjustable so that you can wear this where it suits you best. We have bound these with a Oat coloured cord which contrasts with the green of the jade glove. The cost of shipping worldwide is included in the price.Hand carved boxing glove made from New Zealand Jade. The cord is adjustable so that you can wear this where it suits you best. We have bound these with a Oat coloured cord which contrasts with the green of the jade glove. The cost of shipping worldwide is included in the price.
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    BIG GEORGE
    BIG GEORGE - a piece we've carved with a great sportsman and legendary boxer in mind. GEORGE FOREMAN, a two-time World Heavyweight and Olympic Champion and the oldest man to win the World Heavyweight title - tough, and smart, just like the jade used to...
    $221.00 USD
    $221.00 USD
  • Flower Jade Toki hand carved from a lovely piece of local New Zealand Jade. The quality of the workmanship and design is outstanding - this is a piece you will want to wear all the time. We have suspended this from a 4-plait beige cord which can be adjusted with a couple of slip knots and beige binding.Flower Jade Toki hand carved from a lovely piece of local New Zealand Jade. The quality of the workmanship and design is outstanding - this is a piece you will want to wear all the time. We have suspended this from a 4-plait beige cord which can be adjusted with a couple of slip knots and beige binding.
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    BLAZE
    BLAZE - Look at this stunning piece of stone! We love the shape of this piece. It is raw and unadorned - a fabulously strong pendant that is quite wonderful. BLAZE is carved from Marsden Flower Jade - with a wonderful variation in colour producing a marvellous...
    $403.00 USD
    $403.00 USD

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