Heru Parāoa - Whale Bone Comb Inanga and is hung on a

and is hung on a sterling silver chain

This piece measures 25mm by 20mm

The Poi Āwhiowhio is a small gourd with holes attached to a string and twirled to create a bird-like sound

This piece was hand carved by Raymond Stokes

This hei toki was carved by Aaron Marshall from flower jade kahurangi pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai Pounamu

Heru Parāoa - Whale Bone Comb Inanga and is hung on aTraditional Maori heru are combs worn as functional hair ornaments by both men and women. Often the decorations on pre European heru were a symbol of mana and prestige. Thi heru was carved by Finau Katoa from pilot whale jaw bone. It measures 235mm by 130mm and has a semi gloss finish.