XXL Sodalite hei tiki/manaia is attached to a hand braided wax cord and adjustable tie.

Measuring 15cm x 9.5cm x 2.5cm and weighs 392g making this a very solid statement piece.

This taonga will come with 3x thick hand braided cords (all adjustable) so that you can swap out the cord to complement your attire. Colors are brown (as pictured), black and caramel. This piece comes in a lightly fragranced gift box and includes free shipping within NZ.

The hei tiki is an ancient symbol representing the first human of the world and is respected as the bringer of all knowledge. The wearer of a Hei Tiki possesses clarity of thought, loyalty, great inner knowledge and strength of character. The Hei Tiki is also regarded as a good luck charm. The Hei tiki can also represent Hine-te-iwaiwa, a celebrated ancestress associated with fertility and the virtuous qualities of Māori womanhood. 

The Manaia is traditionally believed to be the messenger between the mortal world and the spirit world, and its symbol is used as a guardian amongst most Māori iwi/hapu. 

Sodalite is said to help alleviate feelings of with fear and anxiety, also as an aid for sleep.

Carved by Dion Hancy.