{"product_id":"pounamu-mania-matau-by-alex-sands-pendant","title":"Pounamu Mania Matau by Alex Sands Pendant","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA hand crafted Matau or hook pendant carved in stunning New Zealand Pounamu with a traditional satin finish by Alex Sands.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt includes an adjustable plaited waxed braid cord, a traditional woven presentation case and a detailed description of the meaning of the carving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e70mm Long (2.8 Inches)\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Free Shipping Worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a unique one off custom piece so it will be removed from our gallery permanently when sold.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThere are two main items of inconology involved in this carving, A Manaia;\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e one of the more ancient mythical beings with a bird's head and a human form. It is said to be the messenger between the earthly world of mortals and the domain of the spirits. The Manaia is regarded as a kind deity protecting the people and helping them communicate with ancestors on the other side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is also a holder of great spiritual energy and is a guardian against evil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd a Matau;\u003c\/span\u003e one of the most powerful symbols used in Maori culture as it represents prosperity, abundance and fertility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt also is said to provide good luck and safety when traveling over water.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe wearer of a Hei-Matau is seen as a provider and protector who is strong willed and determined to succeed in life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brands HD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51711016468799,"sku":"Bontnz_J4969","price":1621.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0942\/1442\/2847\/files\/J4969.jpg?v=1768273475","url":"https:\/\/buykiwidirect.co.nz\/products\/pounamu-mania-matau-by-alex-sands-pendant","provider":"Buy Kiwi Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}