This beautiful Hei Matau with Koru pendant has been hand carved from New Zealand pounamu (greenstone/jade) by Moreton carvers based in Hokitika, South Island.

The Matau is the Māori name for fishhook and is a symbol of determination, strength, provision and safe travel over water. 

The koru shape is based on the unfurling fern frond, symbolising new growth, new life, peace, and tranquillity.

Pounamu is the Māori name for greenstone or nephrite jade which is only found in the South Island. It is an extremely tough material.