Toki - Bone maori connection

connection

or an unborn child

Earring Dimensions L 25mm x W 15 mm x T 15mm

over the sea or water

This beautiful bone Manaia Hook is another example of beautiful carving

Toki - Bone maori connectionThis beautiful bone Toki has two koru carved into the center, with a paua embellishment and etched designs. Toki are a type of adze and were traditionally made for whakairo or the carving of wood. It is considered a sign of strength and power as the Toki would be used to fell or cut down large trees and hollow out the boughs to create waka and other large wood carvings. Often related to those high in status, mana and authority. Dimensions: W 40mm x L