Tapa Toru - Pounamu lip balm the guardian spirit plays an

the guardian spirit plays an important roll in the Maori World

Its design derives from the piko piko fern whose fronds curl around and envelope one another

across the rafters and in tukutuku patterns and have a typical scrolling feeling to the design

This intricately carved Double Wheku shows the two interwoven Wheku which can represent two individuals

enduring relationships

Tapa Toru - Pounamu lip balm the guardian spirit plays anThis beautiful Tapa Toru or Triangle is a simple yet significant design. The Tapa Toru is extensively used throughout Te Ao Mori or the Mori World. In Te Reo or Mori language, it is used extensively Ahau I Koe You Ia He or She, Taku or Toku Mine Tu or Tu Yours Tna or Tna His or Hers. Each wearer will have a significant and subjective connection to this taonga. Approximate dimensions: W 15mm x L 35mm