Roimata - Pounamu #1 Size:60 mm Usually found on the tāhu

Usually found on the tāhu (ridge pole) and or heke (rafters) in a wharenui (meeting house)

The Huia was a highly revered bird to the Maori people

medium density fibreboard (mdf)

Dimensions: W 35mm x L 85mm

Roimata - Pounamu #1 Size:60 mm Usually found on the tāhuThis beautiful Roimata is carved from Raukaraka, which is also known as Marsden Flower Jade, lashed with black waxed cord. Roimata is the Mori word for tears, also known as the Drop or Tear Drop. Roimata represents the flow of positive energy, healing, strength, courage, caring, comfort, compassion, and empathy. It is often gifted to people in times of grief to signify they are not alone and to draw strength from the taonga and its connection to the