Hei Toki Raukaraka - Greenstone Adze Pendant
£296.00
With expertise and power the carver wields the adze. Relied on for survival in ancient times, traditional tools are imbued with significance and meaning. The toki epitomises the artistry and skill of the craftsman, protector and provider. Of great mana (prestige), to wield the toki is to wield strength.
This hei toki was carved by Aaron Marshall from Raukaraka pounamu sourced from Arahura of Te Wai Pounamu, Aotearoa. It measures 87mm by 33mm. It has a semi-gloss finish, and is bound with an adjustable hand-braided cord and with unaunahi whakarei, whakapapa notches and inlaid with a paua notched eye.
