Sourced from the mineral rich landscapes of Te Tauihu, the mineral belt of the upper South Island of Aotearoa New Zealand. The set includes two Hei Toki pendants and one Niho, each carrying its own unique meaning while sharing a strong connection to Māori tradition, craftsmanship, and the natural beauty of the whenua.
The Toki designs symbolise strength, courage, determination, and leadership. Inspired by the traditional adze used by Māori ancestors for carving and building, the Toki represents skill, resilience, and the ability to shape one’s own path through life. The Niho design, meaning “tooth,” is associated with protection, strength, and warrior spirit, symbolising perseverance and the courage to face challenges.
The patterning and the distinctive lime colour of the chromium bearing diopside makes each piece completely unique. Worn together or individually, these taonga honour heritage, personal strength, and enduring connection, carrying both cultural and spiritual significance as treasured pieces to be passed through generations.
Sourced from the mineral rich landscapes of Te Tauihu, the mineral belt of the upper South Island of Aotearoa New Zealand. The set includes two Hei Toki pendants and one Niho, each carrying its own unique meaning while sharing a strong connection to Māori tradition, craftsmanship, and the natural beauty of the whenua.
The Toki designs symbolise strength, courage, determination, and leadership. Inspired by the traditional adze used by Māori ancestors for carving and building, the Toki represents skill, resilience, and the ability to shape one’s own path through life. The Niho design, meaning “tooth,” is associated with protection, strength, and warrior spirit, symbolising perseverance and the courage to face challenges.
The patterning and the distinctive lime colour of the chromium bearing diopside makes each piece completely unique. Worn together or individually, these taonga honour heritage, personal strength, and enduring connection, carrying both cultural and spiritual significance as treasured pieces to be passed through generations.
