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New Zealand Flower Jade Hei Matu Pendant | Mountain Jade NZ

New Zealand Flower Jade Hei Matu Pendant

Name: New Zealand Flower Jade Hei Matu Pendant
Brand: Mountain Jade NZ
Price: 1098 NZD
Availability: InStock

Created by

Paddy Cooper

$1,098.00

NZD

Or pay $274.50 per fortnight

SKU: PCHK1098P-F-1

Size: 106mm x 42mm

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Hand-carved NZ Pounamu

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This Hei Matau (Hook) is made from New Zealand pounamu and is carved by Paddy Cooper. The piece you see photographed is the piece you will receive. Shop all our Hei Matau (Hook) Corded Necklaces.

Pounamu Hei Matau - A symbol of protection

The Hei Matau is thought to bring protection on your travels

The fish hook shape of the hei matau finds its origins in Māori legend, which holds that the North Island of New Zealand was once a huge fish that was caught by the great mariner, Māui.For many, it is a way of signifying their connection to the water.

Gift, with love

Every detail of our packaging is thoughtfully curated, from sustainable, low-ink, recyclable materials to personalised touches like mini-meaning cards and artist profiles. For an extra special touch, our Premium Gift Wrapping service means we wrap your piece in elegant kraft paper, tied with natural string and a woven jute ribbon.

Lady wears large pounamu Hei Matau - bringing safety on ones journey

Paddy Cooper

The artist behind this creationCarving only New Zealand greenstone and native wood, Paddy is a sixth-generation New Zealander who began his craft over 30 years ago. First taught by local Māori, his work has a distinct Māori influence and he considers his pieces to be taonga, or treasures. A love of nature inspires his work and he chooses simplicity in his designs to show off the stone. As well as pendants, Paddy carves larger sculptures out of both pounamu and wood.

Steeped in Māori legend, the Hei Matau connects us to the ocean. It is said to bring strength, prosperity and protection on your travels.

Protection

The Hei Matau

The fish hook denotes the importance of fishing to the Māori and their strong relationship with Tangaroa, the god of the sea. The ocean is deeply rooted in Māori worldview and culture and thought by many as the foundation of all life. Protected by the gods, it is a source of food and a place of ritual and spiritual connection, steeped in legend and stories telling of the creation of Aotearoa.

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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.

Our Promise

Hand carved

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

Sustainable packaging

Wherever possible we use sustainable packaging.

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The Hei Matau is thought to bring protection on your travels

Gift, with love

Paddy Cooper

Steeped in Māori legend, the Hei Matau connects us to the ocean. It is said to bring strength, prosperity and protection on your travels.

Protection