NZ Greenstone Pounamu Mere on Pine Stand (Small) Matte #02

This beautifully Carved Greenstone Mere would make an impressive Presentation Piece, Trophy, Souvenir of New Zealand or as an alternative to the Traditional 21st Birthday Key.

The Mere has a Matte Finish and measures approx 18.5cm Long by 6.5cm High (at highest points) and has a Woven Black Cord.

The Base is Made from Pine and measures 22cm Long by 9cm Wide (Front to Back).

Please Note: As this is a Natural Product, no 2 will ever be the same and the one provided may differ in colour and pattern.

Mere Pounamu (or Patu Pounamu) were considered to be the most valuable greenstone items. They were the main symbol of chieftainship and were as valuable to Māori as precious stones were to Europeans. Traditionally, mere were used for stabbing and cutting, rather than delivering axe-like blows.