Lashed Hei Matau Greenstone Pendant
(HW005J)
The natural cord which this pendant is lashed with really sets of the New Zealand greenstone. The pendant is in the style of the hei matau or fish hook. The cord is fully adjustable and is finished with a greenstone toggle.
The pendant measures 50mm long by 28mm wide.
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Fish Hook / Hei Matau
Known to represent strength, determination, peace, prosperity and good health, the fish hook or hei matau was orignally used as a tool to catch fish but the Maori of New Zealand. As the tool provided food they were kept safe by wearing the tool around the neck. The fish hooks were made of greenstone or bone. Protection was associated with the hei matau over time and many Maori would wear the hei matau as a way to protect them while they were at sea.
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