Bone Manaia/Tiki Breastplate Pendant (010)

Bone Manaia/Tiki Breastplate Pendant – Protection, Strength & Ancestral Connection

This bold and beautifully carved bone breastplate pendant blends two powerful Māori figures — the Manaia and the Tiki — symbolising guardianship, spiritual connection, and ancestral strength. The pendant is finished with striking pāua shell eyes, representing watchfulness, intuition, and a connection to the natural world.

The Manaia, often depicted with the body of a bird, human, and reptile, is a spiritual guardian believed to offer protection from harm and act as a guide between the physical and spiritual realms. The Tiki is a symbol of the first human, embodying fertility, strength, and connection to whakapapa (ancestry).

Together in a breastplate form, this pendant represents a powerful shield of cultural identity and strength, honouring the past while protecting the present.

Please note: Each piece is hand-carved, so variations in form, tone, and pāua inlay may occur — adding to the uniqueness of every taonga.

Key Features

•    Origin: Crafted in New Zealand
•    Material: Authentic New Zealand Beef Bone
•    Design: Manaia, expertly carved and polished
•    Findings: Adjustable braided wax cord 
•    Size: Approximately (mm): 134 W x 36 H. 
•    Packaging: Presented in gift box with gift card

Perfect For

• Those seeking spiritual protection and guidance

• Honouring whakapapa and ancestral strength

• A powerful taonga to support major life transitions

• A bold statement of identity, resilience, and cultural pride

• A meaningful gift for someone who leads, protects, or nurtures others