Toki - Pounamu Color:Black Cord Usually found on the tāhu

Usually found on the tāhu (ridge pole) and or heke (rafters) in a wharenui (meeting house)

The Wheku is then a representation of the person who the wharenui is named after

It is a beautiful piece that is lashed with black waxed cord

which is why only one side of its face is seen

Approximate dimensions: W 55mm x L 70mm

Toki - Pounamu Color:Black Cord Usually found on the tāhuThis stunning Pounamu Toki is carved from Raukaraka, which is also known as Marsden Flower Jade, lashed with black waxed cord. Toki are a type of adze and were traditionally made for whakairo or the carving of wood. It is considered a sign of strength and power as the Toki would be used to fell or cut down large trees and hollow out the boughs to create waka and other large wood carvings. Often related to those high in status, mana and authority.