NZ Paua Shell Tattoo Maori Manaia Necklace

This NZ Paua Shell Tattoo Maori Manaia Necklace is a real beauty.

The manaia is made from New Zealand Paua Shell, a beautiful native abalone shell with natural shades of blue, green, pink and purple. No two pieces are the same.

The necklace is carved in a Maori Manaia design. The Manaia is a Maori spiritual guardian, warding off evil and protecting against intruders.  The perfect gift for anyone needing a protective spirit in their life.  The manaia is a guardian of land, sea and sky.

On the lower edge of the Paua Manaia is a Maori kowhaiwhai tattoo design. The back of the necklace is a timber veneer with the words "AOTEAROA New Zealand made".

The necklace measures approximately 3.8cm (1 1/2") long, and hangs from a plaited cord approximately 40cm (15 3/4") long, with a chain extender. Closure is with a parrot clasp.

A beautiful gift of Maori culture and native natural beauty that will wow the recipent.

Proudly made in New Zealand and shipped worldwide.