{"product_id":"niho-pounamu-necklace-carved-by-mathew-kiore","title":"Niho Pounamu Necklace carved by Mathew Kiore","description":"Made from Kawakawa pounamu sourced from Takaka field near Nelson. Also called the \"humble\" stone due to the vibrancy it displays only when a light is shone behind it. It is quite spectacular.\u003cbr\u003eThe niho (shark's tooth) shape represents protection, and connection to Te Awa Rau o Tangaroa, the healing waters of our oceans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMathew Kiore, a Dunedin-based carver of Ngati Maniapoto descent, breathes new life into these historic tools. Registered with Ngai Tahu, Mathew sources his materials, including pounamu, from the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. His carvings are not just art but a vital part of his work in mental health, fostering a deeper connection to the environment and promoting wellness. Through Kia Whai Hina, Mathew's mission is to make the world better by caring for self, family, community, and the environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 4cm down centre x 3.4cm across top.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover the artistry and cultural heritage embodied in every one-off piece.","brand":"Wild at Heart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48342907093198,"sku":"018-00987","price":289.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/7002\/1582\/files\/001-018-00987-1.jpg?v=1789099661","url":"https:\/\/senseandwonder.co.nz\/products\/niho-pounamu-necklace-carved-by-mathew-kiore","provider":"Sense \u0026 Wonder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}