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Matariki 2025 - New Zealand Pounamu Ururangi and Tawhiri Niho | Mountain Jade NZ

Matariki 2025 - New Zealand Pounamu Ururangi and Tawhiri Niho

Name: Matariki 2025 - New Zealand Pounamu Ururangi and Tawhiri Niho
Brand: Mountain Jade NZ
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Foua Aliki Tuielu

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Ururangi and Tawhiri by Foua Aliki Tuielu

When Ranginui and Papatūānuku split, Tāwhirimātea couldn’t bear the sight, he tore out his eyes and threw them to be with his father Ranginui. Ngā mata o te ariki, Matariki. From those eyes sprang to life Ururangi, the whetū associated with the winds and climate.

This piece is part of our Matariki 2025 collection.

The Niho is a symbol of guardianship, trust and protection.

The Niho (Tooth) design depicts the ocean’s most powerful creatures.In Māori culture, whales were considered gifts of the ocean and believed to be treasures cast onto the beach by Tangaroa (god of the sea). Sharks also play a role in Māori mythology and are symbolic of guardianship, trust and protection.

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Foua Aliki Tuielu

The artist behind this creationFoua’s path to becoming a carver is a story of unexpected beginnings and cultural exploration. After high school, Foua was at a crossroads about his future and decided to explore his cultural roots and build strong foundations through a journey into carving. It was here he found his passion.

A talisman connected to Māori mythology, the Niho symbolises strength, leadership and resilience, and is commonly associated with two animals - the whale and the shark.

Niho (Tooth)

Traditionally, whale teeth are important cultural objects throughout the Pacific. When a whale washed up onto the shores, Māori would use its meat as food, the blubber as preserving oil, and the bones and teeth were carved into adornments and weaponry. Mako (shark tooth adornments) were also highly esteemed and treasured by Māori and often worn from the ear. Today, we carve whale and shark necklaces from beautiful pieces of greenstone to continue with tradition and connect people with their history, heritage and land.

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Niho (Tooth) Necklaces

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New Zealand Greenstone Niho Pendant

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New Zealand Jade Niho with Etching Detail

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New Zealand Pounamu Niho Necklace

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MULTIPLE STYLES

New Zealand Greenstone Niho Pendant

$248.00

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New Zealand Jade Tooth Pendant

$228.00

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New Zealand Pounamu Bound Niho Pendant

$448.00

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New Zealand Greenstone Niho Pendant

$398.00

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Why Choose Pounamu

If you're looking for a reason to buy something meaningful, and haven't quite made your mind up yet, here are some reasons to gift pounamu. From supporting local artists to the deep meaning associated with the stone, pounamu is a truly amazing gift to give.

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Smooth lines, soft finishes, no scratches and no cuts.

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The Niho is a symbol of guardianship, trust and protection.

Gift, with love

Foua Aliki Tuielu

A talisman connected to Māori mythology, the Niho symbolises strength, leadership and resilience, and is commonly associated with two animals - the whale and the shark.