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Traditionally Maori Greenstone carving which is worn with respect or given and received with love, takes on part of the spirit of those who wear it and is a spiritual link between people over time and distance. An old carving past down to family and friends is thought to carry the spirit of those that have worn it before and so becomes a very powerful token of love and security. It is also called Pounamu or Maori Jade and Maori greenstone carving is a recognised Pacific art form and Pounamu has been a raw material for centuries and being natural it comes in all sorts of wonderful shades of jade..
Each carved design has a meaning and a carving given with love is believed to carry that meaning to the receiver and all that inherit it.
The Koru. Signifies the opening of the fern frond and means new beginnings and new life, growth and harmony.
The Hook.( Hei-Matau) Signifies strength, abundance, fertility and prosperity. Safe journey, especially over water.
The Twist Signifies an eternal link and an everlasting bond between two people. The bonding of friendship or family.
The Circle Signifies the circle of life the linking of the spiritual with the stars and the world we live in.
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