Green Stone
Our greenstone (pounamu) is sourced from producers who hold the Ngai Tahu Authentic Pounamu Licence. This licence aims to protect the cultural and historical significance of pounamu, which is vital to Māori culture, and ensures that it is handled with the utmost care and respect.
The system ensures that the extraction and trade of pounamu are sustainable and have minimal environmental impact. The extraction of greenstone requires permission from the Māori community and is conducted using sustainable methods. Post-extraction land restoration and waste management are crucial to minimize environmental impact.
**Meanings and Symbolism of Greenstone**
1. Protection and Strength
Greenstone is known as a protective stone, believed to shield its owner from negative energies. It also symbolizes courage and strength.
2. Connection and Bonding
In Māori culture, greenstone is used to represent deep connections and bonds between family and friends. It is often given as a gift, carrying special significance.
3. Spiritual Growth
Greenstone is said to promote spiritual growth and wisdom, providing deep introspection and insights to its owner.
4. Prosperity and Good Luck
It is believed to bring prosperity and good luck, with many people wearing it to attract success and happiness.
By wearing greenstone as a necklace, bracelet, or ring, it is believed to protect the wearer and enhance their energy.
Gift
In Māori culture, giving greenstone as a gift during special occasions or milestones strengthens bonds and carries significant meaning.
Why Choose Greenstone as a Gift?
1. Cultural Depth
Greenstone is deeply rooted in Māori culture, and giving it as a gift carries rich history and tradition.
2. Blessing
Giving greenstone is a wonderful way to show your blessings and good wishes to the recipient.
3. Enduring Value
High-quality greenstone retains its beauty and value over time, becoming a lasting treasure.
A Special Gift for a Loved One
Greenstone (pounamu) holds special significance in New Zealand's Māori culture as a sacred treasure. This beautiful stone, with its deep cultural and historical value, is an ideal gift for a loved one.
History
For the Māori people of New Zealand, pounamu is a sacred presence, extracted from rivers and mountains. It has been used for tools, weapons, and ornaments since ancient times, and it continues to play an important role in Māori rituals and traditional ceremonies today.