Manaia Inanga - Greenstone Guardian Pendant mike matchitt a vessel of identity

a vessel of identity

kaitiaki (protector) of the ocean

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Manaia Inanga - Greenstone Guardian Pendant mike matchitt a vessel of identityManaia are the kaitiaki (guardian) of the earth, sky, and sea. Worn as a pendant they protect the wearer from harm and are a symbol of status, mana (prestige), and integrity. This piece was hand carved by Yuki Tanaka from inanga pounamu. It measures 95 x 43mm and has an adjustable hand plaited cord.