NZ Bone Toki Pendant (Kowhaiwhai Design Stained)

This striking bone toki pendant features a beautifully stained Kowhaiwhai design, blending traditional Māori symbolism with contemporary style. The toki, or adze blade, was once a tool of great strength and significance, worn by leaders and warriors. It symbolises courage, authority, determination, and leadership.

The Kowhaiwhai pattern, traditionally seen in wharenui (meeting houses), represents genealogy, storytelling, and the continuous flow of life. Its addition gives this pendant a unique connection to whakapapa (ancestry) and the strength of those who came before us.

Hand-carved from natural bone and stained to enhance its intricate patterning, this pendant is both a taonga (treasure) and a statement of identity and purpose.

Please note: Each piece is handcrafted and unique, so slight variations in design and tone may occur.

Key Features

•    Material: Authentic New Zealand Beef Bone
•    Design: Toki shape, expertly carved 
•    Size: 100mm (h) x 30mm (w) 
•    Findings: Well binded thick braided black cord
•    Packaging: Presented in gift box with gift card
•    Origin: Crafted in New Zealand

Perfect For

• Those stepping into leadership roles or seeking inner strength

• Honouring whānau, whakapapa, and cultural roots

• A meaningful gift for someone facing a new challenge or chapter

• Celebrating heritage and personal growth

• Wearing as a symbol of resilience, purpose, and connection

Care Guide

Caring for Your Bone Taonga
Your taonga is crafted from genuine New Zealand beef bone, a material treasured for its beauty and connection to our whenua (land). With care, it will last for generations.

• Wear often – the natural oils from your skin will help protect and enrich the bone’s colour.

• Avoid water & chemicals – remove before swimming, bathing, or using cleaning products.

• Keep away from heat & sunlight – prolonged exposure can cause drying or cracking.

• Clean gently – wipe with a soft, dry cloth after wearing. Do not soak.

• Store with care – keep in a soft pouch or jewellery box to prevent scratches.

• Cultural respect – many choose to have their taonga blessed or cleansed before wearing, especially if gifted or inherited.

Your taonga is more than jewellery – it is a connection to culture, history, and aroha. Care for it well, and it will carry your story forward.