Pounamu Roimata/Teardrop Earrings

In Māori culture, "Roimata" refers to a teardrop-shaped carving of pounamu (greenstone) that symbolises healing, unity, empathy, and comfort. It represents tears of emotion, but also shared grief, connection to the land (whenua), and a reminder of the strength found in vulnerability to navigate life's challenges. The Roimata is given to show sympathy, provide comfort, and offer hope, making it a treasured and powerful taonga.