Kaiaua Onewa Māhina Chest Plate & Earring Set

This Kaiaua Onewa Māhina Chest Plate & Earring Set is a taonga collection that celebrates balance, connection, and the enduring beauty of te taiao. Hand-carved from genuine Kaiaua Onewa, a volcanic stone gathered from the shores of Kaiaua, each piece reflects the ancient whakapapa of the land and the natural journey of the stone.

Inspired by Te Marama and her ever-changing phases, the Māhina design symbolises growth, renewal, reflection, and inner strength. Together, the chest plate and matching earrings create a harmonious set, representing unity and the connection between the wearer, the whenua, and the rhythms of the natural world. The natural markings within the stone echo the contrast of moonlight against the night sky, ensuring every set is truly one of a kind.

Hand-carved by 16-year-old Māori carver Hemi Smiler Smith, every stage of the carving process is completed with patience, purpose, and respect for the whakapapa of the stone. From shaping and polishing to the final binding, each piece is crafted with intention, transforming the stone into a taonga that can be worn and treasured for generations.

The adjustable cord and matching earrings are finished by Hemi himself, creating a complete taonga set that carries both craftsmanship and meaning. No two sets are ever the same, making each collection as unique as the person who wears it.

🔹 Material: Genuine Kaiaua Onewa (New Zealand Basalt)
🔹 Set Includes: One Māhina Chest Plate and one matching pair of Māhina Earrings
🔹 Cord: Adjustable waxed cord, hand-tied by the carver
🔹 Finish: Hand-polished to reveal the stone's natural beauty and character
🔹 Carver: Hemi Smiler Smith, 16-year-old Māori carver
🔹 Origin: Hand-carved in Ōtautahi, Aotearoa New Zealand
🔹 Meaning: Represents balance, renewal, reflection, unity, and inner strength
🔹 One-of-a-kind: Natural variations ensure every taonga set is unique

Wear this taonga set as a reminder of your connection to Te Marama, your whakapapa, and the enduring rhythms of the natural world. Whether kept together or shared with someone special, each piece carries its own story while remaining connected as one.

Created with intention. Worn with meaning.

Exclusively available through Toki Toru Pounamu.