Elle Pressed Star Pendant

The Pounamu Kouma (breastplate), design carries a message of physical and symbolic protection for the wearer throughout their life.
Early examples of the breastplate in Aotearoa date back to the Māori material culture of the archaic period, evolving as a type of personal body armour, whilst also mirroring the shape of the human physique.

This beautiful piece was created in Waitarere Beach, a small town on the west coast of New Zealands North Island by talented carver Ben Callow from Nephrite gathered from the Motueka River.

10cm in length.

Roimata / Kuru / The Drop

Encourages knowledge, confidence and independence. It gives positive energy, helps healing is often called the comfort stone.
This piece is made from Flower Jade from Marsden Valley in Stoke near Nelson at the top of the South Island.

9.3cm in length.

This amazing piece was created by talented carver and artist Ben Callow in Waitarere Beach, a small community on the west coast of New Zealands North Island.