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This Beef Bone Necklace is 135x35mm. It includes paua shell pieces, a black 3 plait adjustable cord, and a free gift box.

Meaning:

• The shape of this design a Toki which symbolises strength, determination and power.
• There’s a Manaia carved inside this design, which is a creature with the head of a bird, body of a man and the tail of a fish. it acts as a guardian and protector, embodying the balance between the sky, earth, and sea.
• The carved Koru inside this design symbolise the continuous movement of life, new beginnings, new opportunities, growth and harmony. It is a powerful representation of renewal and change.

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact bone necklace pictured but it will be in the same design. Each bone necklace is uniquely made so slight variations may occur.

Reference Code: BN006

This Beef Bone Necklace is 135mm x 40mm. It includes contrast staining, a black 3 plait adjustable cord, and a free giftbox.

Meaning:

- The Manaia is a guardian figure that moves seamlessly between the physical and spiritual world. This Manaia depicts the head of a bird, body of a man and the tail of a fish. The balance between the sky, earth, and sea. It acts as a kaitiaki (guardian) for the wearer and represents protection and balance throughout life’s journey.

- The Koru design draws from the unfurling frond of the native silver fern. It symbolizes the continuous movement of life, new beginnings, new opportunities, growth, and harmony. The Koru is a powerful representation of the cycle of renewal and change.

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact taonga pictured but it will be in the same design and style. Each taonga is hand-made so variations may occur.

Reference Code: BN021

This Beef Bone Necklace is 140mm x 30mm. It includes airbrushing, paua shell pieces, a black 3 plait adjustable cord, and a free giftbox.

Meaning:

-The shape of this design a Toki which symbolises strength, determination and power.

-The Manaia inside the toki depicts a creature with the head of a bird, body of a man and the tail of a fish. It acts as a guardian and protector, embodying the balance between the sky, earth, and sea.

-The Koru inside the toki symbolises the continuous movement of life, new beginnings, new opportunities, growth and harmony. It is a powerful representation of renewal and change.

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact bone necklace pictured but it will be in the same design. Each bone necklace is uniquely made so slight variations may occur.

Reference Code: BN069

This Beef Bone Necklace is 130mm x 35mm. It comes with contrast staining, paua shell pieces, a black 3 plait adjustable cord with criss-cross binding at the top, and a free gift box. 

Meaning:

- The Toki (Adze) shape of this piece symbolises strength, determination, courage and bravery. It is often gifted as a gesture of respect, recognising a person’s inner strength or as a tribute to someone overcoming adversity. The designs inside this piece symbolise all cultures coming together as one.

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact taonga pictured but it will be in the same design and style. Each taonga is hand-made so variations may occur.

Reference Code: BN034

This Beef Bone Necklace is 100mm x 30mm. It includes contrast staining, a black 3 plait adjustable cord, and a free giftbox.

Meaning:

The Koru inside this piece symbolises the continuous movement of life, new beginnings, new opportunities, growth and harmony. It is a powerful representation of renewal and change.

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact bone necklace pictured but it will be in the same design. Each bone necklace is uniquely made so slight variations may occur.

Reference Code: BN049

This Beef Bone Necklace is 135mm x 40mm. It includes paua shell pieces, a black 3 plait adjustable cord, and a free giftbox.

Meaning:

- The Manaia is a guardian figure that moves seamlessly between the physical and spiritual world. This Manaia depicts the head of a bird, body of a man and the tail of a fish. The balance between the sky, earth, and sea. It acts as a kaitiaki (guardian) for the wearer and represents protection and balance throughout life’s journey.

- In this design there are 2 Manaia, this symbolises protection of one person for another. This is also a sign of protection from all directions for the wearer.

- The Tiki symbolizes good luck, charm, clarity of thoughts and great inner knowledge. For some the Tiki can also represent fertility, protection and strength. There is no general consensus on the meaning behind Tiki orientation (straight or sideways) and is often dependent on personal preference in modern society.

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact taonga pictured but it will be in the same design and style. Each taonga is hand-made so variations may occur.

Reference Code: BN030

This Beef Bone Necklace is 145mm x 40mm. It features paua shell pieces, a black 3 plait string, and a free box.

Meaning:

- The Manaia is a guardian figure that moves seamlessly between the physical and spiritual world. This Manaia depicts the head of a bird, body of a man and the tail of a fish. The balance between the sky, earth, and sea. It acts as a kaitiaki (guardian) for the wearer and represents protection and balance throughout life’s journey. 

- In this design there are 2 Manaia, this symbolises protection of one person for another. This is also a sign of protection from all directions for the wearer. 

- The Tiki symbolizes good luck, charm, clarity of thoughts and great inner knowledge. For some the Tiki can also represent fertility, protection and strength. There is no general consensus on the meaning behind Tiki orientation (straight or sideways) and is often dependent on personal preference in modern society.

- The Koru design draws from the unfurling frond of the native silver fern. It symbolizes the continuous movement of life, new beginnings, new opportunities, growth, and harmony. The Koru is a powerful representation of the cycle of renewal and change.

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact taonga pictured but it will be in the same design and style. Each taonga is hand-made so variations may occur 

Reference Code: BN022

This Beef Bone Necklace is 125mm x 35mm. It includes an airbrushed finish, paua shell pieces, a black 3 plait adjustable cord, and a free giftbox.

Meaning:

- The Tiki symbolizes good luck, charm, clarity of thoughts and great inner knowledge. For some the Tiki can also represent fertility, protection and strength. There is no general consensus on the meaning behind Tiki orientation (straight or sideways) and is often dependent on personal preference in modern society.

- The Koru design draws from the unfurling frond of the native silver fern. It symbolizes the continuous movement of life, new beginnings, new opportunities, growth, and harmony. The Koru is a powerful representation of the cycle of renewal and change.

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact taonga pictured but it will be in the same design and style. Each taonga is hand-made so variations may occur.

Reference Code: BN067

This Beef Bone Necklace is 140mm x 40mm. It includes a black 3 plait adjustable cord, and a free giftbox.

Meaning:

- This design represents family history. The Koru design draws from the unfurling frond of the native silver fern. It symbolizes the continuous movement of life, new beginnings, new opportunities, growth, and harmony. The Koru is a powerful representation of the cycle of renewal and change.

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact taonga pictured but it will be in the same design and style. Each taonga is hand-made so variations may occur.

Reference Code: BN028

This Beef Bone Necklace is 135mm x 35mm. It includes contrast staining, paua shell pieces, a black 3 plait adjustable cord, and a free giftbox.

Meaning:

-The shape of this design a Manaia, the head of a bird, body of a man and the tail of a fish. A guardian and protector. The balance between the sky, earth, and sea. In this design there are 2 Manaia, this symbolises protection of one person for another. This is also a sign of protection from all directions for the wearer. The Koru inside the Manaia symbolises the continuous movement of life, new beginnings, new opportunities, growth and harmony. It is a powerful representation of renewal and change.

Important Note:Please note that you may not receive the exact bone necklace pictured but it will be in the same design. Each bone necklace is uniquely made so slight variations may occur.

 Reference Code: BN043

This Beef Bone Necklace is 140mm x 40mm. It includes paua shell pieces, a black 3 plait adjustable cord with criss-cross binding at the top, and a free giftbox.

Meaning:

- The Wheku (Carved face), is a design that typically appears at the top of the gable on a Wharenui (Koruru). It represents ancestry and genealogy. The Wheku connects to one's own strength as well as the strength of those who have come before.

- The Koru design draws from the unfurling frond of the native silver fern. It symbolizes the continuous movement of life, new beginnings, new opportunities, growth, and harmony. The Koru is a powerful representation of the cycle of renewal and change.

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact taonga pictured but it will be in the same design and style. Each taonga is hand-made so variations may occur.

Reference Code: BN011

This side-hanging Manaia Bone Necklace is 130mm x 35mm and features staining and paua detail. 

Meaning:

 - The Manaia is a guardian figure that moves seamlessly between the physical and spiritual world. This Manaia depicts the head of a bird, body of a man and the tail of a fish and represents the balance between the sky, earth, and sea.

 - It acts as a kaitiaki (guardian) for the wearer and represents protection and balance throughout life’s journey.

 - This design is a quadruple manaia offering protection from all directions.

Important Note:

Please note that you may not receive the exact piece pictured but it will be in the same design and style. Each piece is uniquely made so shape, size and colour may vary. You can request a darker or lighter piece or certain features and we will try our best to accommodate. If you would like to pick your exact piece before purchasing, please visit us in-store.

String Option:

Your taonga will typically come with a black string unless you request otherwise. We have brown and tan string available as well, If you would like to change the string an additional fee of $15 will apply. Please leave a note on your order or email and we will invoice you afterwards.

Reference Code: BN029

 BN046

This Beef Bone Necklace is 145mm x 35mm. It includes paua shell pieces, a black 3 plait adjustable cord, and a free giftbox.

Meaning:

-The shape of this design a Toki which symbolises strength, determination and power.

-The Manaia designs inside the toki depict creatures with the head of a bird, body of a man and the tail of a fish. They represent guardianship and protection, embodying the balance between the sky, earth, and sea. 

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact bone necklace pictured but it will be in the same design. Each bone necklace is uniquely made so slight variations may occur.

Reference code: BN036

This Beef Bone Necklace is 150mm x 35mm. It includes paua shell pieces, a black 3 plait adjustable cord with criss-cross binding at the top, and a free giftbox.

Meaning:

- The Toki (Adze) design in this piece symbolizes strength, determination, power, courage, and bravery. The Toki is often gifted as a gesture of respect, recognising a person’s inner strength or as a tribute to someone overcoming adversity.

- The Manaia is a guardian figure that moves seamlessly between the physical and spiritual world. This Manaia depicts the head of a bird, body of a man and the tail of a fish. The balance between the sky, earth, and sea. It acts as a kaitiaki (guardian) for the wearer and represents protection and balance throughout life’s journey.

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact taonga pictured but it will be in the same design and style. Each taonga is hand-made so variations may occur.

Reference Code: BN037

This Beef Bone Necklace is 90mm x 30mm.  It includes contrast staining, paua shell pieces, a black 3 plait adjustable cord, and a free giftbox.

Meaning:

The shape of this design is a Manaia which symbolizes the head of a bird, body of a man and the tail of a fish. A guardian and protector. The balance between the sky, earth, and sea.

Important Note: Please note that you may not receive the exact bone necklace pictured but it will be in the same design. Each bone necklace is uniquely made so slight variations may occur.

Reference Code: BN086