{"product_id":"new-zealand-pounamu-fish-hook-hei-matau","title":"New Zealand Pounamu Fish Hook (Hei Matau)","description":"Ahakoa he iti, he Pounamu. Although it is small, it is precious. Size does not determine value, this taonga holds great significance and should be treasured.\u003cbr\u003eHei Matau (Fishhook) - Originally Māori have been fishermen. Their main food source was the sea, so a fishhook of high quality was an unbelievably valuable item to own. The hook became a symbol of prosperity, abundance, good health, power, authority and respect for the sea and its life in it. They also provide good luck and safety while travelling across water\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHapopo - Genuine West Coast Greenstone. It's colour ranges from medium green to a dark forest green with a unique mottled texture. The name originating from Kā Umu o Hapopo (Big Bay) which is in Poutini ki te toka (South Westland).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe provenance of this stone has been established by Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio. This taonga has been carved from genuine New Zealand pounamu with a documented history of ownership and provenance. We proudly stand behind its origin and are privileged to share its story.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKawakawa - is the most common variety of Pounamu. it comes in many shades - from strong, rich green to dark green - and often has small dark flecks or light inclusions, which add to its character. Named after the leaf of the Kawakawa. It is the main type used in gem purposes.\u003cbr\u003eMeasures 23mm long","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46582387212332,"sku":"036-00069","price":89.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/4363\/2684\/files\/001-036-00069-1.png?v=1793857001","url":"https:\/\/www.timefordiamonds.co.nz\/products\/new-zealand-pounamu-fish-hook-hei-matau","provider":"Time For Diamonds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}