Whai/StingrayA Whai stingray: In the Te Whnau Apanui tribal area the whai (stingray) is seen as a kaitiaki (guardian), which protects the areas where shellfish are harvested. It was believed that if people followed the right tikanga (customary practices), the stingray would ensure there were plenty of shellfish. Design in the middle: Mangopare is the word for the Hammerhead shark in mori; which represents strength, leadership, agility, tenacity, unrelenting

gift or person

guidance and courage

Highlighting its natural beauty while incorporating intricate

Koru symbolises the new fern shoot

Moko kauae refers to traditional Māori facial tattoos on the chin or jawline

Metal: sterling silver hooks

Moko kauae represent a woman's status

It is a symbol of culture

*Wear our agate necklace as a reminder of balance

such as Thoth

and stability in the wearer's life

Niho/tooth is thought to represent strength