Bone Breastplate - Tiki with Paua - 145mm

Bone Breastplate - Tiki with Paua.

The Tiki is a very ancient symbol and is by far the least understood.

Other theories state that tiki represents the human embryo.

He is believed to have a strong link to the sea - often being depicted with webbed feet.

Perhaps the most accepted meaning of the Tiki is fertility.

Koru.

The spiral is a Koru, represents the fern frond as it opens bringing new life and purity to the world.

It also represents peace, tranquility and spirituality along with a strong sense of re growth or new beginnings.

The Koru is also often associated with nurturing so when interlocked with others is frequently used to represent the strength and purity of a loving relationship within a family.

Paua used in Jewellery.

New Zealand Paua (Abalone) when used in jewellery is said to bring prosperity, good luck and peace to the wearer.

Black slip-knot cord.

Size Approx 35 H x 145mm L.