Whale Bone Toki Set 1 Pounamu Black plaited cord

Black plaited cord

and weaponry and was originally used for practical purposes however

Totoweka is usually similar to the mid green kawakawa variety but differs in that the spotting or streaks are red like blood

When a whale becomes stranded

Niho (tooth)

Whale Bone Toki Set 1 Pounamu Black plaited cordToki is approx 9x4cm and earrings are 6. 5cm in length. Toki (Adze). The shape represents an important tool often used by Mori for carving, shaping, and weaponry and was originally used for practical purposes however, toki are worn as a symbol of strength, determination, courage, and Mana. Paroa (Whale Bone). Whales hold great significance to Mori, representing abundance and wealth. In some iwi, they are believed to be descendants of Tangaroa, the god