Kapeu Inanga Pipiwharauroa Mau Taringa- Greenstone Kapeu Earring

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Kapeu Inanga Pipiwharauroa Mau Taringa- Greenstone Kapeu EarringOriginally worn as a pair of earrings denoting status within the iwi (tribe), the simple and elegant kapeu form has since become sought after as pendants, with the subtle curve of its rounded lower tip enhancing its mauri (essence). A traditional form, kapeu were used by mothers to help alleviate infants teething pains by using the tip to massage aching gums. This kapeu was carved by Samuel Potter from inanga pipiwharauroa sourced from Arahura of Te

and is hung on a sterling silver gold plated chain

This hei matau was created by Jeremy Walsh from onewa (basalt) sourced from Mount Karioi

A traditional form

participants will have a fully completed and bound manaia to take home

It measures 112mm by 29mm

echoing the voyages undertaken by those who first explored and settled Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa - the vast Pacific

has a semi-glossy finish

This hei toki was carved by Yuki Tanaka from pipiwharauroa pounamu sourced from Te Wai Pounamu

Carved by Alex Sands

It measures 97mm by 42mm

Rei puta symbolise this connection

the tools and skills necessary for stone-carving and will guide participants through the process of creating a hei matau pounamu