Hei Toki Inanga - Greenstone Adze Pendant carol turner This hei toki was carved

This hei toki was carved by Samuel Potter from inanga pounamu sourced from Spoon River of Te Wai Pounamu

Nguru are flutes carved in the natural shape of the whale tooth

Rei puta symbolise this connection

and the acquisition of knowledge and mana (prestige)

This piece was hand carved and polished by Conrad Henderson

Hei Toki Inanga - Greenstone Adze Pendant carol turner This hei toki was carvedWith expertise and power the carver wields the adze. Relied on for survival in ancient times, traditional tools are imbued with significance and meaning. The toki epitomises the artistry and skill of the craftsman, protector and provider. Of great mana (prestige), to wield the toki is to wield strength. This hei toki was carved by Samuel Potter from inanga pounamu sourced from Spoon River of Te Wai Pounamu, Aotearoa. It measures 41mm by 25mm, has a