Our Taiao

Our Taiao is on a mission to showcase our beautiful taonga of New Zealand. We sell greenstone (pounamu) and bone crafted jewellery. We celebrate the land for Our Taiao and celebrate New Zealand's local artists for creating this into beautiful art for us to enjoy. Great for gifts and as treats for yourself
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  • $150 +
    Kauri gum Pendants
    These two beautiful Freeform polished pendants are Rich in colour and beauty. Kauri Gum is said to impart a very peaceful yet powerful energy. It helps one to stand in their own power.Kauri Gum care instructions:What you have here is the fossilized resin of the Kauri Tree, a rare piece of history fr...
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  • $29.95 +
    Tamariki 5 Panel Cap
    Introducing our Māori inspired Hīhī 5 panel caps for your moko and tamariki this summer! Hīhī means “the rays", the rays from above.Our caps are cool, durable and colourful! They’re made from lightweight, breathe-able nylon to help keep your child’s head cool during everyday activities.Ma...
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  • $1,500 +
    Hei Tiki Whalebone Necklaces
    These stunning whalebone Hei Tiki are of high quality, each hand crafted with patience and aroha. Carved from ethically sourced whale bone , with Paua inlay eyes highlighting the attention to detail.Hei Tiki represents the human form and one's ancestors. Traditionally passed from parent to child or ...
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  • $1,500 +
    Whalebone Niho Necklace
    This beautiful whalebone Niho necklace is one of a kind, of high quality, hand crafted with patience and aroha. Niho design symbolises masculinity and provides strength to the wearer. It is a talisman that brings good fortune to the wearer and provides protection.Whales are considered a taonga speci...
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  • $300 +
    Whalebone Hei matau Necklaces
    These thick whalebone Hei Matau necklaces are one of a kind, of high quality, hand crafted with patience and aroha. Hei matau Symbolizes prosperity, strength, determination and good health. Safe journey travelling.Whales are considered a taonga species, and represent abundance, richness and were reg...
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  • $1,800 +
    Large Whalebone Taonga
    This stunning whalebone necklace is one of a kind and is of large size making it a real statement piece. Made of high quality genuine whalebone. This special taonga is full of mana and meaning, uniquely designed.Manaia are seen as guardians representing balance and protection. Sky, earth and sea.Whe...
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  • $450 +
    Whalebone Pikoura Necklace

    The twist or Pikorua comes from the pikopiko fern whose fronds curl around one another in New Zealand native bush. It connects the spirits of friends, family and lovers, bringing them closer together no matter how near or far.

    Made from ethically sourced Whalebone

    Measurements: 95mm

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  • $160 +
    Whalebone Earrings
    Please use the drop-down box to make your selection. As you change the selection, the picture will change to show you which taonga that selection matches.These beautiful whalebone earrings make a lovely alternative gift to necklaces.Whales are considered a taonga species, and represent abundance, ri...
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  • $1,400 +
    Whalebone Manaia Necklaces
    Please use the drop-down box to make your selection. As you change the selection, the picture will change to show you which taonga that selection matches.These beautiful whalebone manaia necklaces are one of a kind, of high quality, hand crafted with patience and aroha. Manaia are seen as guardians ...
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  • $69.95 +
    Pounamu Guitar Pic

    Please allow 1 week turnaround for engraving


    These awesome pounamu guitar pics are a thoughtful, meaningful and unique taonga to gift to the musician in your whanau. One that can be carried with them wherever they go.

    These are made from authentic Ngāi Tahu pounamu and come with a tracing card to see exactly where it is sourced from.

    Measurements: 33mm

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  • $240 +
    Koru Roimata Necklace

    These beautiful Kawakawa pounamu koru Roimata represent the unfurling frond of the native silver fern, the Koru connects us to new beginnings, hope for the future, and the good that will follow.

    Measurements: approx 60mm long 

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  • $50 +
    Bone Earrings

    These beautiful bone and paua earrings are unique and make the perfect gift for your loved one! The brass finishing is stunning and gives each pair that extra special look.

    Made from beef bone.

     

     

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  • $300 +
    Whalebone Hei matau Necklaces
    These thick whalebone Hei Matau necklaces are one of a kind, of high quality, hand crafted with patience and aroha. Hei matau Symbolizes prosperity, strength, determination and good health. Safe journey travelling.Whales are considered a taonga species, and represent abundance, richness and were reg...
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  • $90 +
    Bone Heru Comb

    These beautiful detailed heru are a traditional comb worn to hold your hair bun in place. They come in 4 original and exclusive designs by us, Manawa, Manaia and Koru. Made from solid beef bone which make a great alternative gift to a necklace or bracelet. 

      Measurements: 17mm long 

     

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  • $90 +
    Bone breastplate Necklaces

    These beautiful breast plate necklaces are detailed and delicate, each design is exclusive to us and designed by us.  Each one has intricate designs making them unique. Breastplate represents strength and protection. Made from solid beef bone.

    Measurements: 130 -150mm wide 

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  • $89.95 +
    Pet Pounamu Tag
    These cute and unique pounamu tags are the perfect taonga for your whanau pet. Made from authentic Ngāi tahu pounamu, each one comes with a tracing card to show exactly where the pounamu is from. Personalise it with their name or birthdate or just keep it blank, the choice is yours!  If you cho...
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  • $250 +
    Large Pounamu Heart


    These Beautiful Pounamu heart is half carved with a lovely koru design, making it that extra special and unique. The heart is an age-old symbol of love and care. 

    Measurements: Approx 70mm

    Colour of pendants is an indication only. Due to the nature of this product being hand carved from different pounamu, the colour may vary.

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  • $100 +
    Baby Pounamu Gift Set

    The perfect gift for a new pēpi, this lovely set is filled with aroha.

    Gift set includes:


    - 1x Muka Pito Tie
    - 1x Extra small Baby tumbled necklace
    - 1x Extra small tumbled bracelet

     

    Size of pendants is an indication only. Due to the nature of this product being tumbled, the size and colour may vary.

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  • $140 +
    Ipu Whenua (Placenta Holder)

    Ipu whenua are a lovely all natural and biodegradable option to bury and return your pēpi placenta and muka pito tie to Papatūānuku (Mother Earth).

    They’re beautifully hand woven from harakeke by the talented Maryrose Rangihuna, and tied off with muka and finished with Paua shell. 

    Measurements: 170mm x 110mm high 

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  • $200 +
    Kapeu Necklace (Teething)

    The kapeu style Pounamu are used as a all natural teether for pēpi. It is shaped for pēpi to hold comfortably and provide relief on their gums. They come on thick plated adjustable cord. 

     

     Measurements approx 70mm

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  • $59.95 +
    Christmas Santa Sacks PRE ORDER
    PRE ORDER OPEN NOW. ORDERS WILL BE DISPATCHED BEGINNING OF NOVEMBERWe’re excited to announce the release of our unique 2023 Maori and Hanakoko personalised Santa sacks for your tamariki and mokopuna this christmas 🎅🏾🎄!10% off when you purchase 3 or more, discount added auto...
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  • $30 +
    Tumbled Pounamu Necklaces
    These beautiful genuine tumbled taonga are all unique in shape, size, colour and thickness, not one is the same. The perfect affordable gift for everyone to connect to Aotearoa.SPECIAL DEAL - Small, Medium and large bundle deals available!Approx measurements only, pictures are just an example of the...
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  • $60 +
    Children’s Bracelet & Necklace sets

    These beautiful tumbled pounamu sets are full of aroha. Made from pounamu, they make the perfect special gift for your tamariki or mokopuna.

    Set includes:


    - 1x small adjustable bracelet
    - 1x small tumbled necklace

    Size of pendants is an indication only. Due to the nature of this product being tumbled, the size, colour and shape may vary.

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  • $30 +
    Tamariki Pounamu Bracelets
    Beautiful tumbled pounamu bracelets created for our precious tamariki. Made with aroha, each one is unique in shape, size and colour making each one different. The perfect gift for a boy or girl, bound with brown adjustable cord to grow with them.NB: These are raw tumbled pounamu taonga which means ...
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