New Zealand Pounamu Pepi Toki

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New Zealand Pounamu

New Zealand Pounamu

New Zealand Pounamu

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$98.00 NZD $98.00 NZD
SKU:
ORTO98P-46
Toki / Adze

Toki / Adze

When worn around the neck, the Toki represents courage, and with courage comes strength and power. It is said the toki takes on the mauri or life force of the wearer, and this essence is passed from generation to generation.

POUNamu toki

Traditionally, the toki or adze was expertly lashed to carved wooden shafts and wielded as tools and ceremonial objects by Māori.

A symbol of strength

Māori were skilful woodworkers and one of the main tools they used to construct whare (houses), waka (canoes), and for carving elaborate surface designs was toki (adze). Toki crafted from pounamu were particularly prized for the stone’s strength and ability to retain a very hard, sharp cutting edge. The toki design carries with it deep symbolism associated with mana, reverence, wisdom and ability.

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Our Packaging

Our Packaging

We consider every element we use, when packing your piece. From sustainable materials to meaningful details such as artist profile cards. We offer a Premium Gift Wrapping service, available at the checkout.

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The time-consuming process of

Carving pounamu toki

Carving toki by hand is a labour of love, that requires several steps. Firstly the stone is slabbed and graded. Hereafter every step is done meticulously by hand; straight lines are drawn as close as possible to ensure no stone is wasted, before being cut individually. Then the hard work by hand begins, sanding and shaping the stone before it's skilfully bound. The carver will treat each piece with reverence and respect, taking care that every one is finished to the highest standard.

TEN REASONS TO GIFT

Why choose Pounamu?

If you're looking for a reason to buy something meaningful, and haven't quite made your mind up yet, read our top 10 reasons to gift. From supporting local artists, to the deep meaning associated to the stone.

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Our promise

Hand carved

Hand carved

Smooth lines, soft finishes, no scratches and no cuts.

Sustainable packaging

Sustainable packaging

Wherever possible we use sustainable packaging.

Gift wrapping

Gift wrapping

We offer a Premium Gift Wrapping service.

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What our customers are saying

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
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    Lilly
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Feb 21, 2024
    5 Stars

    Absolutely love this!

  • RC
    Rita C.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Jan 2, 2024
    First Ponamu

    Amazing. First ponamu for my children. It was a special moment giving them their ponamu, very personal. Thank you Jade mountain.

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    YING S.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Dec 29, 2023
    Meaningful gift

    It's a perfect gift when you want to wish someone you love a great future.

  • GH
    Gideon H.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Oct 25, 2023
    So very special

    The Pepi Touki was a special gift to our son who recently turned six. Thanks to your carver, this pounamu is sure to live on for millenia. The wrapping was also superb. Purchasing from you can’t be faltered. I highly recommend your items. Ngā mihi nui.

  • PR
    Paul R.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Aug 11, 2023
    Amazing

    My daughter loves it. She has a hard time opening and closing the string but she’s only three she’ll get used to it.

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