Collection: Hei Toki
Hei (verb) - To tie around the neck
Toki (noun) - Adze
The Hei Toki draws its origins from the revered stone tools used throughout Polynesia, deeply embedded in Māori tradition. The ceremonial toki poutangata, made from pounamu and intricately lashed onto carved wooden handles, were symbols of power and prestige, wielded by rangatira (Māori chiefs) during sacred ceremonies. These taonga, rich with mauri (life force), were cherished and passed down through generations, embodying the legacy of those who came before.
While the Hei Toki may appear more minimal in design, its creation demands the carver’s skill and balance, reflecting the intricacies of Māori craftsmanship. Historically, the Toki blade was essential in shaping waka, whare, and other structures that formed the backbone of everyday life. In both its form and function, the Hei Toki is a powerful reminder of creation and transformation.
We invite you to see the Hei Toki as more than a piece of jewelry—it is a symbol of your journey. Just as the Toki blade enabled the carving of new beginnings, may it inspire you to infuse your life with enthusiasm and aroha. Let its meaning be uniquely yours, as you carve your own path and carry forward the spirit of those who came before.
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Hei Toki Pounamu Aotearoa Greenstone
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Small Hei Toki Pounamu Aotearoa Greenstone
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Small Hei Toki Tie Pounamu Pendant New Zealand Greenstone
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Hei Toki Pounamu Aotearoa New Zealand Greenstone
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Hei Toki Pounamu Aotearoa Greenstone
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New Zealand Pounamu Hei Toki Twin Set (2pc)
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New Zealand Pounamu Hei Toki Twin Set (2pc)
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New Zealand Pounamu Small Hei Toki Twin Set with sage cord(2 pc)
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New Zealand Pounamu Small Hei Toki Twin Set with copper cord (2 pc)
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New Zealand Pounamu Small Hei Toki Twin Set with beige cord (2 pc)
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Small Large New Zealand Pounamu Hei Toki Twin Set
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Hei Toki Pounamu New Zealand Greenstone
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Hei Toki Pounamu Aotearoa Greenstone
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Hei Toki Blade Certified Ngāi Tahu Pounamu Aotearoa Greenstone
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Hei Toki Blade Pounamu Aotearoa Greenstone
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New Zealand Pounamu Hei Toki Pikorua Pendant with beige cord
Regular price $620.00 NZDRegular priceUnit price / per