NZ Greenstone Breastplate Pendant with Koru - 55mm

NZ Greenstone Breastplate Pendant with Koru. Carver: Donna Summers from Greymouth. The pounamu breastplate is thought of as a shield, giving the wearer strength and offering them protection throughout their life. Traditionally the koru is said to represent new beginnings, growth and re-generation. We know it symbolizes the fern frond seen in New Zealand’s native bush because of the native New Zealand people, the Maori, proverb that speaks of rebirth and growth: Ka hinga atu he tete-kura – ka hara-mai he tete-kura As one fern frond dies – one is born to take its place. Black slip-knot cord. Size Approx 45 H x 55mm W. We photograph each piece but a slight colour variation may occur.