NZ Maori Bone Necklace, New Zealand Hand Carved Taiaha buy Pendant, Tribal Weapon, Polynesian Hawaiian Island Tribal Style, Symbol of Power

NZ Maori Bone Necklace, New Zealand Hand Carved Taiaha Pendant Designed by Tuwharetoa Bone®

HEI TAIAHA

The Taiaha is a traditional weapon of the Maori of New buy Zealand and a chiefs weapon of authority.

Taiaha are usually between 5 to 6 feet in length. One end is flat and about two-and-a-half inches wide; this is the striking end and is termed the rau or blade. The other end is carved in the form of a face and tongue, and is known as the ‘arero' This end is used for stabbing the opponent.

This pendant is shaped like the ‘arero' or tongue of the Taiaha and symbolizes ‘Mauri', life essence; life force and the power of creation from the Gods.

- 145mm x 40mm
- Paua Shell Eyes
- Amazing Detail
- 100% Beef Bone
- Expertly Hand Carved
- Thick and Durable