Tangiwai is an amazing, rare form of greenstone. It appears almost black when being worn, but when backlit it’s inner beauty shines through. Please note that some of the photos below are backlit to show the magic that is Tangiwai. Translucency varies from piece to piece. (You can find more information about Tangiwai on our ‘About Tangiwai’ page).
Browse our galleries today, including our carved on request pages and don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Providing you with the highest quality hand carved greenstone and the best possible customer service are our top priorities.
We know our personal service is valued by many of our customers because we get countless emails like Janet’s:
Hi Ruth
That is sooo beautiful..I think that koru is the one. Thanx Ruth for taking the time and effort for me to choose the right pounamu for my girl, you've helped to make it more thoughtful and special. I really appreciate your concern in regards to waiting and making sure that I chose the right gift.
Regards
Janet Ellis
Taupo
NZ
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Freeform Koru (#128)
(dimensions - 65mm high x 40mm)
NZ $85.00
This carving was designed by Ruth Urban The Koru design is a powerful symbol to the people of Aotearoa. Inspired by the New Zealand fern frond unfurling as it opens, it represents, peace,...
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Greenstone Toki (adze) (#151)
(dimensions - 55mm high x 23mm)
NZ $110.00
The Toki or adze shape signifies strength, determination, courage, leadership and focus and can be worn by both males and females. The toki or adze was a t ool used by maori predominantly to shape...
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Greenstone Twist (#150)
(dimensions - 35mm high x 20mm)
NZ $135.00
This stunning pendant was carved out of New Zealand greenstone called Tangiwai. ( Tangiwai is not a jade, It is a gem quality serpentin ) The Maori still class it as greenstone. This pendant is...
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Hei-Matau (#137)
(dimensions - 45mm high x 25mm)
NZ $65.00
the Maori name for the fish hook is Hei Matau. It was worn by Maori fishermen on fishing trips as talismans to protect them. Originally the hei matau was a tool, an actual fishing hook, used to fish....
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Hei-Matau ( fish hook ) (#127)
(dimensions - 40mm high x 22mm)
NZ $65.00
The hei matau signifies strength, prosperity, abundance, power and authority. It is said to provide good luck and safety when travelling, especially over water. For the Maori, the hei matau is taonga...
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Hei-Matau ( fish hook ) (#136)
(dimensions - 45mm high x 25mm)
NZ $85.00
the Maori name for the fish hook is Hei Matau. It was worn by Maori fishermen on fishing trips as talismans to protect them. Originally the hei matau was a tool, an actual fishing hook, used to fish....
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Hei-Matau ( fish hook ) (#138)
(dimensions - 45mm high x 30mm)
NZ $85.00
the Maori name for the fish hook is Hei Matau. It was worn by Maori fishermen on fishing trips as talismans to protect them. Originally the hei matau was a tool, an actual fishing hook, used to fish....
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Stylized Koru (#140)
(dimensions - 85mm high x 25mm)
NZ $195.00
This Stylized koru was hand carved out of Tangiwai (greenstone) from the south island of New Zealand. The Koru design is a powerful symbol to the people of Aotearoa. Inspired by the New Zealand...
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Tangiwai Hei Matau (#123)
(dimensions - 25mm wide x 65mm)
NZ $130.00
Tangiwai is known by as "Stone of Tears". It is very dark when flat on a surface but as soon as the light shows through it the hidden colour and swirling patterns of dark flecks suddenly...
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Tangiwai Koru (#117)
(dimensions - 90mm long x 40mm wi)
NZ $180.00
This Koru pendand was hand carved by Terry Urban in are studio located in sunny Nelson New Zealand. The Koru design is a powerful symbol to the people of Aotearoa. Inspired by the New Zealand fern...
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