Manaia Parāoa - Whale Bone Manaia Pendant carol turner Matau Manaia are contemporary forms

Matau Manaia are contemporary forms that personify Tangaroa

Its intertwined form symbolizes the interconnectedness of opposing forces: light and darkness

manaia are spiritual beings which act as messengers between the earthly world and the spiritual

the manaia protects its wearer and maintains spiritual balance

Manaia Parāoa - Whale Bone Manaia Pendant carol turner Matau Manaia are contemporary formsManaia are the kaitiaki (guardian) of the earth, sky, and sea. Worn as a pendant they protect the wearer from harm and are a symbol of status, mana (prestige), and integrity. This manaia was hand carved by Finau Katoa from paroa (whale bone). It measures 83 x 36 x 7mm and has an adjustable hand plaited cord. ***N. B: We are unable to ship Whalebone items outside of NZ***