Hawaiian Maori Bone Scrimshaw Tattoo Hei Matau Necklace
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Hand Carved Maori Solid Bone Scrimshaw Hei Matau Fish Hook Pendant. Comes on a bound, braided style, adjustable, sliding bead, one size fits all, cord.
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.
Packaging includes the name of the piece and its meaning.
Size:4.5cm (45mm) L x 2.8cm (28mm) W Inches: 1.77" L x 1.13" W (size may vary slightly).
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.
Packaging includes the name of the piece and its meaning.
Size:4.5cm (45mm) L x 2.8cm (28mm) W Inches: 1.77" L x 1.13" W (size may vary slightly).
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