Genuine Ngai Tahu Pounamu Greenstone Mere Necklace Metal NZ Birds and Flowers moko tattoos

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The cow bone breast plate has an intricately notched edge

Featuring the iconic fern fronds of New Zealand

Genuine Ngai Tahu Pounamu Greenstone Mere Necklace Metal NZ Birds and Flowers moko tattoosThis greenstone mere necklace is made from genuine Ngai Tahu pounamu, sourced from the Hokitika area. The mere is beautifully carved on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. The necklace represents the pre European artefact used both as a club and a tradeable taonga (treasure). Spiritually, the Maori mere design represents power and authority, so it makes a great gift for someone you hold in high esteem. The necklace measures