Matau Manta A framed ornate layered 3D

A framed ornate layered 3D wooden Manaia with Paua shell inlays and simply extraordinary detail

The Maori people were great mariners and fishermen so the Matau is therefore one of the most powerful symbols used in Maori culture as it represents prosperity

It includes an adjustable waxed braid cord a traditional style woven presentation case and a description of the meaning of the carving

A hand crafted manta ray bone carving necklace

Matau Manta A framed ornate layered 3DA hand carved bone fish hook necklace or "Hei Matau" in Maori. It includes an adjustable waxed braid cord, a traditional style woven presentation case and a description of the meaning of the carving. Size: 45mm Long (1. 75 Inches) The Maori people were great mariners and fishermen so the Matau is therefore one of the most powerful symbols used in Maori culture as it represents prosperity, abundance and fertility. It also is said to provide good luck