Āhua Gallery

Shark teeth were highly sought after to wear as a symbol of prestige for personal adornment. They were reflective of the mana of the shark itself.

Material: Pounamu (Kawakawa)

Measurements: 12mm x 25mm x 6mm

Material: Pounamu (Hapopo)

Measurements: 38mm x 12mm x 6mm

The breastplate represents strength, serving as a shield and offering protection.

Material: Pounamu (Kawakawa)

Measurements: 46mm x 19mm x 6mm

Hei tiki are the best known of all Māori adornments. Tiki are symbols of fertility that depict a new-born child. They are often family heirlooms bearing personal names and embodying their wearers lineage. As with most Māori personal adornments, hei tiki are often passed down generationally.

Material: Onewa (Graywacke)

Measurements: 183mm x 101mm x 25mm