{"product_id":"hokitika-black-serpentine-straight-toki-adze-carved-by-hemi","title":"Hokitika Black Serpentine Straight Toki (Adze) – Carved by Hemi","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHokitika Black Serpentine Straight Toki (Adze)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHokitika Black Serpentine Straight Toki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a taonga of strength, leadership, and resilience. Hand-carved by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16-year-old Māori carver Hemi Smiler Smith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it honours the tradition of the toki (adze), a symbol of determination, achievement, and the ability to shape one's own path. Traditionally, the toki represented not only craftsmanship and hard work but also wisdom, authority, and the pursuit of excellence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarved from genuine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHokitika Black Serpentine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this taonga showcases the deep black tones and subtle natural markings that make every piece one of a kind. Formed over millions of years within the landscapes of Te Waipounamu, the stone carries its own whakapapa, connecting the wearer to the strength of Papatūānuku and the enduring beauty of Aotearoa. The clean, straight profile of the toki highlights the elegance of the stone while reflecting discipline, focus, and purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe binding, completed by Hemi himself, is woven with care and intention, creating a lasting connection between the stone, the carver, and the wearer. Every stage of the carving process—from selecting the stone to the final polish—is carried out with respect for the whakapapa of the stone, ensuring each taonga holds meaning that can be treasured for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Genuine Hokitika Black Serpentine (New Zealand Stone)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Straight Toki (Adze) – symbolising strength, leadership, resilience, and achievement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBinding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Waxed cord, hand-bound by the carver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-polished to reveal the stone's natural depth and character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarver:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hemi Smiler Smith, 16-year-old Māori carver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-carved in Ōtautahi, Aotearoa New Zealand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether worn as a symbol of personal strength, gifted to celebrate a milestone, or treasured as a connection to whakapapa and tradition, this straight toki carries both story and mauri (life force).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExclusively available through Toki Toru Pounamu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whakapakari Ora Wahine Wellness","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47904824033419,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9685\/3643\/files\/IMG_8642.jpg?v=1783398846","url":"https:\/\/whakapakariora.com\/products\/hokitika-black-serpentine-straight-toki-adze-carved-by-hemi","provider":"Whakapakari Ora Wahine Wellness","version":"1.0","type":"link"}