Pounamu Double Twist 43mm waka hoe Mark Russell (woodturner) created this

Mark Russell (woodturner) created this bowl from the wood of the Matai tree

and the female gives a deeper throaty cry

NZ Pounamu Double Koru

117cm x 69cm (including frame)

They remain locally common at some sites on the main islands that are close to offshore island refuges

Pounamu Double Twist 43mm waka hoe Mark Russell (woodturner) created thisNZ Pounamu On a waxed nylon cord. Adjustable length. 43 x 28 x 8mm About the Twist: The double and triple twists depict two new shoots growing together it represents the joining of cultures, the bonding of friendship for life. The design shows the joining of two people in love or friendship for eternity, so makes a wonderful wedding or friendship gift. About Pounamu: No two pieces of pounamu are the same, and every stone is treated with the utmost