Antiqued Maori/Hawaiian Hei Matau Double Spike Fish Hook Necklace

Antiqued Maori Bone Hei Matau Carved Double Spike Fish Hook Necklace Hand Carved to the Highest Standards from Solid Bone this Hawaiian/Maori Necklace is sure to please. Features adjustable 30" braided cord

(mm) 25 W x 43 L (Inchs) 1.0W x 1.67L (Size may vary slightly)



The fish-hook shape of the hei matau finds its origins in Maori legend, which holds that the North Island of New Zealand was once a huge fish that was caught by the great mariner Maui using only a woven line and a bone hook. Legend holds that the shape of Hawkes Bay is that of the hei matau, which caught in the fish's side.

For the Maori, the hei matau is taonga (a cultural treasure). It represents not only their land, but also prosperity, fertility and safe passage over water.