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Arohanui, Tayi
TAONGA TUKU IHO
Maori-owned and made in Aotearoa, raw and refined taonga inspired by indigenous design
OUR FIRST DROP IN THE OCEAN, NAU MAI MATA
Inspired by the raw beauty of Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa, the Daughter of Tangaroa Necklace is handcrafted from locally sourced abalone shell, Swarovski imitation pearls, Japanese Miyuki beads, and gold-plated hardware, centred around a rare deadstock pāua medallion. Actual wearable art, each necklace has its own distinct oceanic character.
To preserve the life of your piece, we recommend avoiding water, salt, and moisture. Maritime lore warns against wearing jewellery at the water’s edge, where beauty is said to invite the vanity and jealousy of sea spirits.
For full care instructions, visit our Jewellery Care page.
Due to the natural materials used, variations and imperfections are part of each piece’s design and uniqueness. Staggered pricing reflects the individual shell grade quality of the pendant.
Length & Size: 19"–21" (48cm–53cm) with a built-in extender.
Pendant: 1.57" (4cm) circular statement pendant.
Niho Taniwha Earrings are inspired by the protective nature of the Taniwha. Handcrafted with rugged freshwater pearls, stone-coloured beads, gold-plated hardware, and a pāua shell fang, each earring is finished with a statement Swarovski pearl. The earrings are available in two variations: Large, featuring a platinum-toned pearl, and Small, finished with a lilac pearl.
To preserve the life of your piece, we recommend avoiding water, salt, and moisture. Maritime lore warns against wearing jewellery at the water’s edge, where beauty is said to invite the vanity and jealousy of sea spirits.
For full care instructions, visit our Jewellery Care page.
Due to the natural materials used, variations and imperfections are part of each piece’s design and uniqueness.
Measurements:
Small: 3.9" (10cm) total drop length from the top of the hook.
Large: 4.5" (11.5cm) total drop length from the top of the hook.
Because this design features unique natural elements, please allow for a minor variation of a few mm.
The Tangaroa Necklace is a one-of-a-kind, fresh out of the moana, made in reverence for Tangaroa, the god of the ocean.
Made with chunky pāua shell, large silver-green pearls, champagne-toned Swarovski imitation pearls, stainless steel hardware, and a polished pāua shell pendant, the necklace is wearable art, invoking the mana and power of the moana.
To preserve the life of your piece, we recommend avoiding water, salt, and moisture. Maritime lore warns against wearing jewellery at the water’s edge, where beauty is said to invite the vanity and jealousy of sea spirits.
For full care instructions, visit your Jewellery Care page.
Due to the natural materials used, variations and imperfections are part of each piece’s design and uniqueness.
Measurements: 18.5"–20.5" (47cm–52cm) with a built-in extender.
Pendant: 2.36" x 1.57" (6cm x 4cm) whole paua shell.
The Pania Bracelet is inspired by Pania of the Reef, at low tide with her arms outstretched toward the shore.
Handcrafted with blue freshwater pearls, local pāua shell, teal seed bead accents, and gold-plated hardware, the bracelet saturates the wrist in ocean.
To preserve the life of your piece, we recommend avoiding water, salt, and moisture. Maritime lore warns against wearing jewellery at the water’s edge, where beauty is said to invite the vanity and jealousy of sea spirits.
For full care instructions, visit your Jewellery Care page.
Due to the natural materials used, variations and imperfections are part of each piece’s design and uniqueness.
Length & Size: 6.7"–9.0" (17cm–23cm) flat length with a built-in extender.
Fit Note: Designed to comfortably fit wrists measuring 6.3" to 8.6" (16cm–22cm).
