{"product_id":"pounamu-hei-matau-4","title":"Notched Pounamu Hei Matau","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNotched Pounamu Hei 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\u003eHei Matau is carved from richly toned Aotearoa pounamu, with natural variations in colour and grain that make every piece unique. The finely notched detailing adds texture and character, while the hand-braided brown lashed cord complements the organic beauty of the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA timeless expression of Māori carving, this taonga reflects both the strength of the material and the skill of the carver, creating a piece designed to be worn and treasured for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeaning of the Hei Matau\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003ehei matau\u003cspan\u003e (fish hook) is a traditional Māori symbol of strength, abundance, and safe passage. Deeply connected to the ocean, it represents prosperity, resilience, and safe travel across water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorn as a taonga, the hei matau is a reminder of courage, good fortune, and the enduring connection between people, the sea, and their journey through life.\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 - 75mm \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCord length - 540mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karaitiana Akroyd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51035163230244,"sku":"150396","price":895.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0136\/3178\/2970\/files\/KA_150396-1.jpg?v=1783479211","url":"https:\/\/www.thepoiroom.co.nz\/products\/pounamu-hei-matau-4","provider":"The Poi Room Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}