Small matau hook, handcrafted with carved detail

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A small hand carved bone fish hook, hei-matau with carved Maori design detail. It includes an adjustable waxed braid cord, a traditional woven presentation case and a detailed desc ription of the meaning of the carving. Size: 45mm Long (1.75 Inches)The 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. It also is said to provide good luck and safety when traveling over water.The wearer of a Hei-Matau is seen as a provider and protector who is strong willed and determined to succeed in life.Carved from treated and polished domestic cow bone.Species = Bovine Show more