Porohita Koura Kahurangi- Gold Greenstone Pendant Stone kaikorero (orators) or kaikaranga

kaikorero (orators) or kaikaranga

These are symbols of abundance

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the manaia is often depicted as a kaitiaki (protector) and messenger between the earthly and spiritual worlds

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Porohita Koura Kahurangi- Gold Greenstone Pendant Stone kaikorero (orators) or kaikarangaPorohita (circle) symbolise the completion of cycles, a concept reflected in the celestial dance of Tama nui te r and Hina te marama, the sun and the moon. These circular movements across the sky serve as a powerful reminder of the cyclical nature of life. Giving a porohita as a gift expresses a deep desire to have that person at the center of one's world. This piece was carved by Samuel Potter from kahurangi pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai