{"product_id":"bound-matau-koru-handcrafted-bone-pendant","title":"Bound Matau-Koru, handcrafted bone pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hand carved bone fish-hook necklace, or hei-matau in Maori.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing complex traditional bindings with an adjustable hand plaited waxed braid cord a traditional-style woven presentation pouch and a description of the meaning of the carving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e50mm Long (2 Inches)\u003cbr\u003eAdjustable cord length up to 660mm end to end (26 inches)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCords can be made longer - no additional cost - make request in comments at checkout\u003cbr\u003eIncludes free shipping worldwide.     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Maori people were great mariners and fishermen so the Matau is therefore one of the most powerful symbols used in Maori culture as it represents prosperity, abundance and fertility. \u003cbr\u003eIt also is said to provide good luck and safety when traveling over water.\u003cbr\u003eThe wearer of a Hei-Matau is seen as a provider and protector who is strong willed and determined to succeed in life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis piece also includes the koru design representing new life and new beginnings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCarved from treated and polished domestic cow bone.\u003cbr\u003eSpecies = Bovine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brands HD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51711006572863,"sku":"Bontnz_1.17b","price":162.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0942\/1442\/2847\/files\/Aged1.17b.png?v=1768273323","url":"https:\/\/buykiwidirect.co.nz\/products\/bound-matau-koru-handcrafted-bone-pendant","provider":"Buy Kiwi Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}