MereMere Patu War Club Mori originally used Patu as a weapon, though nowadays it takes on new meaning. They can be given as a 21st key which symbolises receiving your key into adulthood. It can also be worn as a necklace It gives the wearer strength, courage and signifies high status or authority

Heru indicated the rank of the wearer and were often carved from a single piece of wood

and analytical thinking

symbolising strength

Width: 5cm

Roimata for tears

Each pair is hand-carved in New Plymouth

celebrating the importance of women in Māori culture and community

and harmony with nature

remember well

Small taonga

Represents the tools the Maori traditionally used

the hoe is often adorned with intricate carvings