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SKU: 017AT
Carved by Master Carver, Albert Te Pou (Tuhoe)
The Heru carries the mana of personal adornment and identity. Traditionally worn in the hair, it symbolised status, refinement, and the pride one holds in their whakapapa. Its form represents both beauty and discipline - the care taken in one’s presentation and the dignity carried in one's daily life. The Heru speaks to elegance, confidence, and the enduring importance of self-expression rooted in cultural strength.
Material: Rātā and Pāua (Abalone Shell)
Measurements: 197mm (L) x 60mm (W) x 8mm (D)
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Māori made with materials from Aotearoa
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