Bone Heru te reo The shape of this design

The shape of this design is a Koru which symbolises the continuous movement of life

prosperity and manaakitanga

- The body of the manaia is shaped as a Pikorua Double twist which symbolises eternal love

This Beef Bone Necklace is 100mm x 35mm

Bone Heru te reo The shape of this designThis Beef Bone Heru is 170 175mm x 30mm. It is a 2 prong heru. A heru is a Mori decorative wearable comb, suitable for both genders. Featuring a paua eye piece. A free gift box is included with purchase. Meaning: The shape of this design is a Manaia, a creature with the head of a bird, body of a man and a tail of a fish. It acts as a guardian and protector embodying the balance between the sky, earth and sea. The Manaia tail is a Hei Matau (Fish Hook)