NZ Pounamu Nephrite Jade Pendant hei toki adze – Greenstone Rectangular Necklace, Māori cultural Tonga - spiritual jewellery.

This pendant is carved from genuine New Zealand Pounamu (nephrite jade) in a modern interpretation of the Hei Toki (adze) form. The edges and faces are hand-polished to a smooth finish, while the shape keeps that strong, confident silhouette of a tool-turned-talisman. It’s strung on a waxed polyester cord, giving it a casual but durable feel.

The Hei Toki form connects to ancestral tools of craftsmanship and leadership — transformed here into wearable art. By choosing a modern take, you carry both heritage and contemporary style in one piece.

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🌿 Cultural & Symbolic Meaning
• Hei Toki (Adze): In Māori tradition, the adze is a symbol of craftsmanship, strength, authority, and the ability to shape and create. As a pendant (Hei Toki), it connotes personal power, clarity of purpose, and a connection to one’s creative and leadership potential.
• Pounamu as Taonga: Pounamu (greenstone/jade) is a taonga — a sacred treasure in Māori culture. It is believed to hold mana (spiritual power, prestige, authority), and is often passed down through generations as a legacy. Wearing Pounamu is a way of carrying your ancestors, your land, and your story with you.

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🔬 Science, Geology & Geography
• Stone Type: Nephrite Jade — a fibrous, interlocking amphibole (actinolite–tremolite series).
• Hardness: About 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale.
• Structure: Its toughness comes from its dense, interwoven fibers, which make it both durable and able to take a high polish.
• Origin: Pounamu is found primarily in the rivers and mountains of New Zealand’s South Island (Te Wai Pounamu). It is formed through metamorphic processes under intense pressure and heat in fault zones.
• Appearance: Depending on the piece, Pounamu can vary from translucent pale green to deep forest or olive greens, often with inclusions, mottling, or veining that tell its geological history.

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✨ Spiritual & Metaphysical Qualities
• Protection & Grounding: Pounamu is widely used as a protective stone, grounding the wearer and shielding from negative energies.
• Balance & Harmony: It helps align the physical, emotional, and spiritual bodies, encouraging inner peace and stability.
• Connection to Ancestry and Land: Because of its cultural importance, Pounamu links you with your heritage, the whenua (land), and deeper spiritual roots.
• Growth & Transformation: The Hei Toki form adds a dynamic element — the will to shape one’s life, carve one’s path, and evolve with purpose.

Together, this pendant becomes a powerful statement: guarding, guiding, and grounding you in both ancient wisdom and present intention.

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🛡️ Care Guide
• Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after wear to remove skin oils or debris.
• Avoid harsh chemicals, strong acids, or ultrasonic cleaners (they may damage the stone or its polish).
• If the stone ever dulls, you may revive its shine by applying a small amount of natural oil (e.g. flaxseed or mineral oil) and buffing gently.
• Store it separately from harder gemstones or metals to prevent scratching.
• When polishing or buffing near the cord connection, do so carefully to avoid weakening the cord or settings.