Kingman Turquoise with Bronze Small Toki and Roimata Pair of Pendants (CC079)

Beautifully coloured Turquoise and Bronze composite carved into Roimata and Toki pendants. Carved by Dean Taylor.

Measurements of Toki

59 mm length

28 mm width

8 mm depth

Measurements of Roimata

58 mm length

16 mm width

7 mm depth

The Toki (adze) is far more than a carving tool; it is a symbol of unwavering determination and mastery. Its blade demanded precision, strength, and respect; qualities that transformed it into a symbol of power and leadership often worn as a pendant by chiefs and elders. Today, it serves as a talisman, inspiring the wearer to face life's challenges with the same resilience and skill as the ancestors who wielded it.

A timeless teardrop shaped pendant that carries deep spiritual significance in Māori culture. Its gentle form symbolises the flow of positive energy (mauri), offering healing, comfort, and strength through life's journey. Worn close to the heart it serves as a touchstone for meditation, grounding the wearer in the wisdom of the land and ancestors.

This material has been made by mixing small natural turquoise nuggets with binders like bronze to act as a matrix and then compressing the mixture under thousands of pounds of pressure to create solid blocks to work with.

Comes with an adjustable cord and a jute drawstring bag.
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