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New Zealand Pounamu Large Hei Matau Hook | Mountain Jade NZ

New Zealand Pounamu Large Hei Matau Hook

Name: New Zealand Pounamu Large Hei Matau Hook
Brand: Mountain Jade NZ
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

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Ric Moor

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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.

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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.

Pounamu Hei Matau bringing safety on ones journey

Ric Moor

The artist behind this creationRic has worked as a jade carver for more than 17 years. He was initially attracted to jade as a medium because of its sense of permanency. Through his craft he has been able to discover and define himself as a person, a teacher, as kaitiaki of pounamu and as a New Zealander - Ngāti Pākehā - who identifies strongly with Māori culture.

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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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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“The recipient of this taonga loves it! I spent quite a bit of time choosing just the right one. Loved the packaging - and the inclusion of details about the carver. Thank you for a beautiful high quality product and an efficient shopping experience! ”

– Deb C.

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27 October 2022

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The Hei Matau is thought to bring protection on your travels

Gift, with love

Ric Moor

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

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$788.00

NZD

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From $88.00

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From $88.00

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New Zealand Pounamu Large Hei Matau Hook

Gift, with love

Ric Moor

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

The Hei Matau

Discover more

Hei Matau (Hook) Necklaces

New Zealand Pounamu Hei Matau Pendant

$788.00

NZD

Australian Jade Koru Fish Hook Necklace

From $88.00

NZD

Canadian Jade Classic Fish Hook Necklace

$149.00

NZD

Canadian Jade Koru Fish Hook Necklace

$118.00

NZD

Chinese Jade Koru Hook Necklace

$398.00

NZD

Canadian Jade Traditional Barbed Hook Necklace

From $88.00

NZD

Australian Black Jade Finned Fish Hook Necklace

$88.00

NZD

Canadian Jade Bound Hook

$448.00

NZD

New Zealand Jade Hei Matau Pendant

$498.00

NZD

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Why Choose Pounamu

What our customers are saying

Highly recommend

Our Promise

Hand carved

Sustainable packaging

Gift wrapping

Free shipping

Gift, with love

Ric Moor

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

The Hei Matau

Discover more

Hei Matau (Hook) Necklaces

New Zealand Pounamu Hei Matau Pendant

$788.00

NZD

Australian Jade Koru Fish Hook Necklace

From $88.00

NZD

Canadian Jade Classic Fish Hook Necklace

$149.00

NZD

Canadian Jade Koru Fish Hook Necklace

$118.00

NZD

Chinese Jade Koru Hook Necklace

$398.00

NZD

Canadian Jade Traditional Barbed Hook Necklace