This Whakatū, Nelson Hei Toki has been carved from grey Nelson jade, also known as pounamu, a treasured stone found in Aotearoa New Zealand. The unique colouring of the stone reflects the natural beauty of the Whakatū region and gives the piece a strong connection to the land, heritage, and Māori tradition. Worn as a taonga, the Hei Toki represents resilience, leadership, and the enduring strength passed down through generations.
The Hei Toki is a traditional Māori pendant symbolising strength, courage, wisdom, and skilled craftsmanship.
This Whakatū, Nelson Hei Toki has been carved from grey Nelson jade, also known as pounamu, a treasured stone found in Aotearoa New Zealand. The unique colouring of the stone reflects the natural beauty of the Whakatū region and gives the piece a strong connection to the land, heritage, and Māori tradition. Worn as a taonga, the Hei Toki represents resilience, leadership, and the enduring strength passed down through generations.
The Hei Toki is a traditional Māori pendant symbolising strength, courage, wisdom, and skilled craftsmanship.
