Kuru - 6332HW

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This manu (bird) form is a variation of the kapeu which are slender adornments with a slight bend at the bottom and were often worn as ear pendants. This kapeu has been fashioned from pounamu (New Zealand Jade). Kapeu were highly prized and a sign of high rank in Māori society. They are commonly also worn as neck pendants.

Material: Pounamu (Kawakawa)

Measurements: 65mm X 15mm
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Artist: Hetekia Waimotu

Position: Matanga Takapū

Iwi: Ngāti Porou

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Artist: Hetekia Waimotu

Position: Matanga Takapū

Iwi: Ngāti Porou