This stone was much easier to carve finer details into and was often used for the complicated hei tiki designs. Located by the Fiordland National Park this is an iconic region of New Zealand to this day, being all the more special for being the only home to this variety of pounamu. A trail around this region was a historically significant one in Maori history. Now walked by many, pounamu is found less frequently but it still maintains a spiritual significance and is considered prominent spot where this precious stone was found.
This then continues through to the glacier formed Hollyford Valley. The river consists of many twists and turns around the landscape, sheltered by a plethora of native trees and high rocky banks. There are many more rivers not mentioned in this exploration, due to the remoteness and vastness of the traditional pounamu deposits and trails throughout the South Island of New Zealand.
However, some of the key locations mentioned are favourite spots that have been walked by some of our very own carvers in Hokitika and our family for three generations. We value pounamu greatly and always wish to explore the remote parts of New Zealand, discovering the stones and how the environments influence them and the traditional designs. We like to take this a step further however and also look to the rest of the world, searching their rivers, traditions and remote lands to find where this stone can be found internationally.
The search for global stone is an important one as it helps maintain the sustainability of our precious New Zealand pounamu as well as brings a global perspective on the traditions, art and carving of jade on a larger scale. The essence of Maori culture still has strong ties to the modern day New Zealand identity. Aaron Brown is our newest artist at Mountain Jade. Find the perfect piece for yourself or your loved one, with our hand-crafted collections.
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Request a password reset Enter your email, and we'll send you a link to reset your password. Finding Pounamu and The Maori Journey Pounamu is locked into the high and hazardous mountains, embedded deeply into the rocks. Taipo River, Buller region The Buller River and region was a synonymous and important location for pounamu and the traditional Maori trails in their history. Hollyford River, Fiordland A trail around this region was a historically significant one in Maori history.
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Keep an eye on your inbox for our newsletters. Continue reading. View options View our latest special offers for further discounts and benefits. Add your email to save your cart. He transformed her into his likeness, Pounamu, and laid her in the cold waters of the river. Pounamu is a strong stone known for its beauty. Each type has their own unique look and features.
A piece of Pounamu is a beautiful and meaningful memory of your time on the West Coast. Sometimes you might find a green piece already smoothed by natural processes. Plan your trip. Arahura Greenstone Tours This unique and original tour will lead you on a journey of discovery along the Arahura River - known as one of the richest sources of Pounamu Green… Learn more.
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