Collection: Kawakawa Pounamu

Kawakawa pounamu is a variety of greenstone that holds significant cultural and spiritual value in Māori tradition. It is one of the most common types of pounamu, known for its rich, deep green color, which can sometimes feature darker spots or streaks resembling the leaves of the kawakawa plant, a native New Zealand herb.

In Māori culture, Kawakawa pounamu is associated with strength, healing, and protection. The kawakawa plant itself is traditionally used in Māori medicine for its healing properties, so the pounamu named after it carries similar connotations of health and well-being. This type of greenstone is often used in creating tools, weapons, and jewelry, and it is considered a powerful symbol of resilience and vitality.

Because pounamu is believed to contain mana (spiritual power) and mauri (life force), Kawakawa pounamu is treasured not only for its beauty but also for its ability to connect the wearer with these spiritual energies. It is often worn as a protective talisman, thought to offer the wearer strength and a sense of grounding.