Roimata - Pounamu #2 celebratory This Pounamu Manaia is carved

This Pounamu Manaia is carved from Inanga

White and Green Adult half-length  Feather Kakahu

Breastplates are typically forms of armour to protect the body and signify status and mana

this piece is beautiful in its simplicity

Roimata - Pounamu #2 celebratory This Pounamu Manaia is carvedThis beautiful Roimata is carved from Raukaraka and is lashed with an adjustable black waxed cord. Roimata is the Mori word for tears, also known as the Drop or Tear Drop. Roimata represents the flow of positive energy, healing, strength, courage, caring, comfort, compassion, and empathy. It is often gifted to people in times of grief to signify they are not alone and to draw strength from the taonga and its connection to the land. It can also be