Hei Niho - 3891MA

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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.

Artist Meaning: Patiotio

He kupu Māori te Patiotio mo te barnacle. Ka tupu ēnei I runga I ngā tohora, a, he rite ai te whatu o tēnei pakaikai ki taua patiotio o runga i te tohora.

Patiotio is a word that describes the barnacles that grow on whales. This name was given as the eye on the pendant looks like a barnacle.

‘e tipu e rea mo ngā ra o tou ao’

Material: Pounamu (Kawakawa)

Measurements: 76mm x 28mm x 6mm
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Artist: Maaka Toi

Position: Tauira (Student)

Iwi: Ngāti Pikiao, Ngāpuhi
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Artist: Maaka Toi

Position: Tauira (Student)

Iwi: Ngāti Pikiao, Ngāpuhi