{"product_id":"pounamu-circle-matau-7","title":"Pounamu Circle Matau","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePounamu Circle Matau | Karaitiana Akroyd\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted by Karaitiana Akroyd, this\u003c\/span\u003e Circle Matau\u003cspan\u003e is carved from dark richly toned Aotearoa pounamu, revealing unique variations in colour and natural grain. Fine notched detailing along the edge adds texture and depth, while the black hand-braided cord provides a timeless finish that complements the stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA contemporary interpretation of a traditional form, this taonga reflects the enduring beauty of pounamu and the artistry of Māori carving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeaning of the Circle Matau\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003ematau (fish hook) is a traditional Māori symbol associated with strength, abundance, prosperity, and safe passage across water. The porohita\u003cspan\u003e (circle) represents continuity, unity, and the ongoing cycles of life. Together, these forms create a powerful symbol of connection, resilience, and protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWidth - 50mm x Height - 53mm \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCord length - 500mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karaitiana Akroyd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034962067492,"sku":"150414","price":795.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0136\/3178\/2970\/files\/KA_150414-1.jpg?v=1783478834","url":"https:\/\/www.thepoiroom.co.nz\/products\/pounamu-circle-matau-7","provider":"The Poi Room Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}