21st Wahaika Jewellery Very often they are used

Very often they are used to represent the branches of whakapapa (genealogy)

Approximate dimensions: W 40mm x L 100mm

This stunning breastplate is a high-grade mother-of-pearl shell with a resin backing to minimize breakages

a rare type of pounamu

This bone Toki has two koru carved into each side

21st Wahaika Jewellery Very often they are usedA Wahaika literally means 'mouth of the fish' and was traditionally made of whalebone or would. It is a short club with a carved figure on one side of the blade (Pkaiora which represents the God of tribal war, who guards warriors during battle). It was used in close hand to hand combat, with the Pkaiora used to deflect blows while allowing the wielder to strike their opponent in the chest, head or wrist. Engraving available Normal Engraving: $30