Porohita Koura Kahurangi- Gold Greenstone Pendant Stone Typical forms available to carve

Typical forms available to carve in a 1 day workshop include (but not necessarily limited to):

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the manaia is often depicted as a kaitiaki (protector) and messenger between the earthly and spiritual worlds

They measure: roughly 15mm (L)

Porohita Koura Kahurangi- Gold Greenstone Pendant Stone Typical forms available to carvePorohita (circle) symbolise the completion of cycles, a concept reflected in the celestial dance of Tama nui te r and Hina te marama, the sun and the moon. These circular movements across the sky serve as a powerful reminder of the cyclical nature of life. Giving a porohita as a gift expresses a deep desire to have that person at the center of one's world. This piece was carved by Samuel Potter from kahurangi pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai