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New Zealand Greenstone Mokomoko (Skink) Breastplate

$1,180.00 NZD
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SKU:
AKASKINK1180P-1
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New Zealand has two types of lizard – skinks and geckos – collectively mokomoko in te reo Māori. Our native lizards aren’t found anywhere else in the world and are sacred to Māori, steeped in cultural and spiritual importance. For Māori, mokomoko are seen as kaitiaki and released near the burial sites of loved ones or important whare (houses) as guardians to offer protection.  
Size:
40mm x 77mm
Stone:
New Zealand Pounamu
$1,180.00 NZD $1,180.00 NZD
SKU:
AKASKINK1180P-1

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New Zealand has two types of lizard – skinks and geckos – collectively mokomoko in te reo Māori. Our native lizards aren’t found anywhere else in the world and are sacred to Māori, steeped in cultural and spiritual importance. For Māori, mokomoko are seen as kaitiaki and released near the burial sites of loved ones or important whare (houses) as guardians to offer protection.  

Artist

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Akapita Scally

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All our pendants come on an adjustable cord, unless otherwise stated. Our gold necklaces come with a complimentary gold-plated chain.

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