NZ Greenstone Medium Whetumarama or Ratana Star Pendant (BN278) Hapopo Pounamu

A beautifully coloured Hapopo Pounamu or Ratana Star. Carved by Dean Taylor. A symbol of the Ratana Church. The Morning Star above a Crescent Moon is of significant importance; as among other things it is a depiction of the Holy Trinity. This symbol was adopted by Ratana and became known as the ‘Whetumarama’. Pounamu or Greenstone is regarded as a stone sacred to the gods by the Māori of New Zealand. As a Taonga -meaning treasured, and it should be worn with respect and pride. Pounamu is a gift from the heart. Measurements: 52 mm length 46 mm width 8 mm depth Comes with an adjustable cord and Jute drawstring bag. This will be the exact piece you will receive in the photos, there may be a slight degree of colour variation based on different computer or mobile phone screen resolutions that you are viewing from.