This genuine NZ Greenstone Toki Necklace is dressed up with additional surface carving.
The criss cross carving mimics taniko, the Maori traditional weaving technique. Taniko was used to make borders of cloaks, as well as headbands, bodices, belts and jewellery.
This pounamu toki is carved from Hokitika greenstone, and carved in New Zealand. It is beautifully bound at the top, and hangs from a long adjustable cord.
The toki measures approximately 6cm (2 1/4") long.
The hei toki (toki necklace) represents the Maori adze (toki). The Toki (adze) was an important Maori implement, used to chip and shave wood and stone, and sometimes used as a weapon. In bone or greenstone jewellery form, it was traditionally worn by Maori elders, as it represented power, wisdom and authority.
Wear yours with pride ( we recommend having a friend or family member put it over your head for the first time), or give it as a beautiful gift of New Zealand.
Shipped worldwide.
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Shipping Times during Covid-19
Currently (January 2021), Airmail to Australia and the USA is taking about 5 weeks, and Airmail to the UK and Europe is taking 6-7 weeks. Airmail to South America is at least 8 weeks, and allow up to 12 weeks.
Economy Courier and Express Courier are up to 10 working days worldwide.
As always, we do not guarantee Airmail or Courier shipping times, as they are beyond our control.
Courier shipping times within New Zealand are approximately one working day to the North Island, 2 working days to the South Island (with an overnight option available at a different price), and up to 3 days to rural areas.
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Genuine NZ Greenstone Toki Necklace with Carving
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