A hand carved bone fish-hook necklace, or hei-matau in Maori. Featuring 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. Size: 50mm Long (2 Inches)Adjustable cord length up to 660mm end to end (26 inches)Cords can be made longer - no additional cost - make request in comments at checkoutIncludes free shipping worldwide. 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.This piece also includes the koru design representing new life and new beginnings.Carved from treated and polished domestic cow bone.Species = Bovine
