Incredible Rimu Pounamu Kōuma with the Matariki star cluster which has been done with subtle pearlescent resin to give it a star like shine in the sun. Carved by Dean Taylor.

Measurements:

49 mm length

84 mm width

9 mm depth

 

Matariki, or Ngā mata o te ariki Tāwhirimātea (The eyes of the god Tāwhirimātea), is a cluster of stars that signal the Māori new year. It is a time to reconnect and come together with our whānau, bid farewell to the dead, celebrate the gift of the present, and plan for the future. Each star represents an aspect of our environment. As Te Iwa o Matariki makes a return in our skies, a prediction is made for the coming year. This prediction can advise us on how best to plant, hunt, and harvest in the year ahead. 

 

Breast plates or Shield give a strong sense of protection and give the wearer a feeling of calm and well being.

 

The sacred stone of Aotearoa. Pounamu of this beautiful land encompasses nephrite jade, serpentine, and tangiwai (bowenite). To the Māori of New Zealand, Pounamu (greenstone) is more than just a stone, it is a taonga (treasure) woven into the spiritual and cultural fabric of their ancestors. Revered as a gift from the gods, it carries the mana (prestige) of the land and the strength of the rivers.

When worn close to the skin it absorbs your wairua (spirit); over time its lustre deepens along with the bond between wearer and stone. Pounamu is a gift from the heart and as such should be worn or displayed with respect and pride.

Comes with an adjustable cord and a jute drawstring bag.

This will be the exact piece you will receive in the photos, there may be a slight degree of colour variation based on different computer or mobile phone screen resolutions that you are viewing from.