Cultural Story
Pounamu Green
Pounamu is more than a gemstone; it is sacred in Māori culture, carved into fish hooks, pendants, and short clubs. Each piece carries a name and lineage, symbolizing mana and ancestral connection. New Zealand's South Island is known as Te Wai Pounamu.
Origin
The color of pounamu, the greenstone treasured by Māori people and found in South Island rivers.
Symbolism
Pounamu Green symbolizes strength, peace, lineage, and the sacred.
Historical Origin
Māori have used pounamu for centuries; the West Coast of the South Island is a key source.
Traditional Applications
Craft
applications.jewelry
Ceremony
Related Poems
绿玉沉于河底，承载着祖先的低语。