There are a diverse collection of objects that represent the

culture and history of the Maori people of New Zealand. These artefacts vary in

type, style, and function, and include the following:

Weapons: Maori weapons were traditionally made from wood,

bone, and stone, and included clubs, spears, and weapons with serrated edges,

such as the patu and mere.

Carvings: Maori carvings are highly symbolic and often

depict stories and legends from Maori mythology. These carvings can be found on

buildings, canoes, and other objects, and are often intricately detailed.

Jewellery: Maori jewellery often features intricate designs

and is more...

Under the New Zealand Protected Objects Act 1975, administered by the New Zealand Ministry for Culture & Heritage, the sale, trade, export and ownership of some Maori artefact are regulated
Objects over 50 years old that also have Maori cultural significance must be inspected by Ministry for Culture & Heritage, and if significant the object will be allocated a "Y" number, a unique identification number. Artefacts that have a Y number can only be purchased by those that are registered collectors with the Ministry for Culture and Heritage.

Jadeite and jade are two different types of minerals that are often used interchangeably to refer to a green-colored gemstone that has cultural and spiritual significance in many parts of the world.

Jadeite is a pyroxene mineral with the chemical formula NaAlSi2O6. It is one of the two types of minerals that are commonly referred to as "jade" (the other being nephrite). Jadeite is a relatively rare mineral that is found in metamorphic rocks in certain regions of the world, including Myanmar (formerly Burma), Guatemala, and California. It is known for its bright green color, which is caused by more...

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Greenstone boulder, river washed greenstone boulder, 32 kgs.…

Greenstone boulder, river washed greenstone boulder, 32 kgs. Provenance: Estate of John Lawford.

Patu onewa, a large 19th century stone nephrite patu, of…

Patu onewa, a large 19th century stone nephrite patu, of traditional form with spatulate tapered end, the butt end with three concentric ridges and partially drilled hourglass suspension hole. Length 41 cm. Provenance: Estate of John Lawford.

Axe heads & Grind stones, collection of green stone, possibly…

Green Stone Axe Heads and Grind Stones Collection

Axe heads & Grind stones, collection of green stone, possibly pre Columbian, length 6 cm, to 22 cm

Green stone figures, three Mexican in the form of pre Columbian,…

Mexican Olmec Stone Figures Set of Three

Green stone figures, three Mexican in the form of pre Columbian, Depictions of Olmec figures Repair to one leg, height 8.5 cm, to 16.5 cm

A carved green stone seal. Height 4 cm.

Green Stone Carved Seal - 4cm Height

A carved green stone seal. Height 4 cm.

Three green hardstone bangles, including light green stone.

Green Hardstone Bangles Set

Three green hardstone bangles, including light green stone.

Two green stone bead necklaces.

Green Stone Bead Necklaces

Two green stone bead necklaces.

Three antique rose gold and New Zealand greenstone fobs, 19th…

Antique Rose Gold & Greenstone Fobs (19th Century)

Three antique rose gold and New Zealand greenstone fobs, 19th century, the largest 6 cm high

A greenstone file, Polynesia. A rectangular form with dark…

Greenstone Polynesian Rectangular Pendant

A greenstone file, Polynesia. A rectangular form with dark green stone. A rectangular form with rounded edges. Length 11.5 cm, width 2.8 cm, depth 1 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Aotearoa

Large greenstone boulder with one flattened and polished side,…

Flattened and Polished Greenstone Boulder, 13.5kg

Large greenstone boulder with one flattened and polished side, 13.5kg

Inuit greenstone sculpture - three faces 14 cm high

Inuit Greenstone Trio

Inuit greenstone sculpture - three faces 14 cm high

A New Zealand greenstone tie pin in the form of a cricket bat,…

Greenstone Cricket Bat Tie Pin with 9ct Gold Clip

A New Zealand greenstone tie pin in the form of a cricket bat, 9ct gold clip; length 5 cm, early/mid 20th century.

A Canadian Inuit greenstone carving in the form of a walrus,…

Inuit Walrus Carving, 20th Century

A Canadian Inuit greenstone carving in the form of a walrus, signed and numbered to the base, 20th century, 12 cm long

A green stone Maori patu, New Zealand, height 30 cm, width 10 cm

Greenstone Maori Patu: A Cultural Artifact from New Zealand

A green stone Maori patu, New Zealand, height 30 cm, width 10 cm

Large polished greenstone boulder & smaller example, of sizes

Greenstone Boulders: Large & Small

Large polished greenstone boulder & smaller example, of sizes

Three greenstone chisel pieces and stone piece, 8.5 cm, 7 cm, 4…

Greenstone Chisel and Stone Pieces Assortment

Three greenstone chisel pieces and stone piece, 8.5 cm, 7 cm, 4 cm, 15 cm

Greenstone pendant, elongated form 9.5 cm, un-registered

Unregistered Greenstone Pendant, 9.5cm Elongated Form

Greenstone pendant, elongated form 9.5 cm, un-registered

A greenstone decorative mask, height 25 cm, width 18 cm

Greenstone Decorative Mask: 25x18 cm

A greenstone decorative mask, height 25 cm, width 18 cm

New Zealand greenstone koro on stand, 15.5 cm high

Greenstone Koro on Stand: A Cultural Treasure

New Zealand greenstone koro on stand, 15.5 cm high

Three various stone blades. Including long, pointed, round edge…

Three Unique Stone Blades: Basalt, Greenstone, Sedimentary

Three various stone blades. Including long, pointed, round edge basalt; greenstone axe; long pointed, with square edge grey sedimentary. Length 30 cm (longest)

New Caledonia Kanak ceremonial axe. Ovoid greenstone blade. The…

Kanak Greenstone Ceremonial Axe

New Caledonia Kanak ceremonial axe. Ovoid greenstone blade. The haft bound in palm fibre and cord. Height 68 cm

10 greenstone hei-tiki, height 4 cm (longest)

10 Small Greenstone Hei-Tiki Pendants

10 greenstone hei-tiki, height 4 cm (longest)

Two Maori greenstone hei-tiki. Height 3.5 cm, and 4 cm

Twin Maori Greenstone Hei-Tiki

Two Maori greenstone hei-tiki. Height 3.5 cm, and 4 cm

Maori greenstone hei-tiki. Height 8 cm

Maori Greenstone Hei-Tiki Sculpture

Maori greenstone hei-tiki. Height 8 cm

Two greenstone slabs, from the estate collection of Ian…

Greenstone Slabs for Hei Tiki

Two greenstone slabs, from the estate collection of Ian McMillan, one with rough cut border as preparatory work for hei tiki. Length 15 cm and Length 160.

A New Zealand greenstone cut block from a river worn boulder,…

River-worn Greenstone Block from New Zealand Estate

A New Zealand greenstone cut block from a river worn boulder, the large section with natural top, the other sides cut. 24 x 23 x 24 cm. From the estate of Richard Shields a noted greenstone carver, many of his later carvings were cut and carved from this…

A pear cut green amethyst, pale green stone, 19.75 x 12.98 x 8.…

Pale Green Pear Cut Amethyst, 11.71ct

A pear cut green amethyst, pale green stone, 19.75 x 12.98 x 8.69 mm, 11.71ct.

Greenstone boulder, with one surface cut, 23 x 17 x 15 cm.…

Greenstone Boulder with Cut Surface - 7.5kg

Greenstone boulder, with one surface cut, 23 x 17 x 15 cm. Approx. 7.5kg

18th century or earlier greenstone kuru (Pendent), of inverted…

18th Century Greenstone Kuru Pendant

18th century or earlier greenstone kuru (Pendent), of inverted flared form. Large suspension hole, length 5 cm.

18th century or earlier greenstone kuru (pendant), of flared,…

Greenstone Kuru Pendant, 18th Century

18th century or earlier greenstone kuru (pendant), of flared, oval form. Hourglass form suspension hole, length 5 cm.

Early 20th century greenstone rail Albert chain, 9ct mounted…

Greenstone Rail Albert Chain with 9ct Mounting and Shield

Early 20th century greenstone rail Albert chain, 9ct mounted with central shield (clips plated) 29 cm

Early 20th century greenstone rail Albert chain, gold plated…

Greenstone Rail Albert Chain with Gold Mounts

Early 20th century greenstone rail Albert chain, gold plated bright cut mounts 35 cm length

Maori greenstone patu, with a curved blade and handle, in tones…

Maori Greenstone Patu with Curved Blade and Handle

Maori greenstone patu, with a curved blade and handle, in tones of green and black, length 39 cm

A green stone manaia/matau pendant by Mike Higgs, with paua…

Green Stone Manaia Pendant by Mike Higgs

A green stone manaia/matau pendant by Mike Higgs, with paua ring eye, height 8.5 cm. Provenance: The estate collection of Michael Higgs, (Tribal Artefacts, Polynesian Arts & Crafts, Private & Museum Supplies Specialist)

A Mike Higgs carved greenstone pekapeka, the two carved…

Greenstone Pekapeka by Mike Higgs

A Mike Higgs carved greenstone pekapeka, the two carved back-to-back heads with paua inlaid eye, length 7 cm. Provenance: The estate collection of Michael Higgs, [Tribal Artefacts, Polynesian Arts & Crafts, Private & Museum Supplies Specialist]

A greenstone Maori ear pendant, New Zealand, 19th century,…

Greenstone Maori Ear Pendant from 19th Century New Zealand

A greenstone Maori ear pendant, New Zealand, 19th century, stand not included, height 8.5 cm

New Zealand Colonial 18ct gold mounted green stone page turner

18ct Gold Green Stone Page Turner

New Zealand Colonial 18ct gold mounted green stone page turner

Large green stone circular pendant, polished finish circular…

Green Stone Pendant with 9ct Gold Cross Mounts

Large green stone circular pendant, polished finish circular flat back green stone dome, 9ct cross mounts and chain rails with plated neck chain 50 mm diameter

Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of straight form with tapering…

Maori Greenstone Kuru Pendant - 16 cm

Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of straight form with tapering point. 16 cm length

Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of straight form with tapering…

Maori Greenstone Kuru Pendant - 9.7cm Length

Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of straight form with tapering point. 9.7 cm length

Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of straight form with tapering…

Maori Green Stone Kuru Pendant

Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of straight form with tapering point. 6.7 cm length

Five small pre 19th century Maori green stone Whao (Chisels).…

Pre-19th Century Maori Green Stone Whao Chisels

Five small pre 19th century Maori green stone Whao (Chisels). Provenance: Ex Webster collection (some numbers indecipherable). Length 3-5 cm

A pre 19th century carved green stone pekapeka. Both manaia…

Green stone pekapeka with serrated manaia

A pre 19th century carved green stone pekapeka. Both manaia angled towards central base with prominent serrations. Hour glass form suspension hole. Width 6 cm, height 4 cm

18th century or earlier Maori carved green stone pekapeka. The…

Maori Green Stone Pekapeka Pendant

18th century or earlier Maori carved green stone pekapeka. The left hand manaia upright as opposed to the near horizontal right hand manaia. Of translucent stone with hour glass form suspension hole. Width 6 cm, height 4 cm

A 19th century Maori green stone koropepe (pendant). Red…

Maori Greenstone Koropepe Pendant

A 19th century Maori green stone koropepe (pendant). Red sealing wax to eye with conical form suspension hole. Height 4.5 cm

A pre 20th century Maori green stone kuru (pendant) in the form…

Maori Green Stone Chisel Pendant

A pre 20th century Maori green stone kuru (pendant) in the form of a whao (chisel). Bevelled edges. Length 4.5 cm

A pre 19th century Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of straight…

Maori Green Stone Kuru Pendant

A pre 19th century Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of straight form with beveled edges and tapering point. Hour glass form suspension hole. Length 14.5 cm

An early C20th/ 19th century Maori green stone kuru (pendant)…

Maori Greenstone Kuru Pendant, 19th/20th Century

An early C20th/ 19th century Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of relatively straight flat form with rounded point. Length 7.5 cm

Pre 19th century Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of straight…

Maori Green Stone Kuru Pendant, Pre-19th Century

Pre 19th century Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of straight form, beveled edges and tapering point. Hour glass form suspension hole. Length 7.5 cm

Pre 19th century Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of slight…

Maori Green Stone Kuru Pendant, 9cm Length

Pre 19th century Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of slight curvature, relatively flat with large suspension hole (slightly broken out to one side). Length 9 cm

Pre 19th century Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of elongated…

Maori Greenstone Kuru Pendant, 9cm

Pre 19th century Maori green stone kuru (pendant) of elongated straight form with tapering point. Hour glass form suspension hole. Length 9 cm

Green stone boulder approx 7.6kg

7.6kg Green Stone Boulder

Green stone boulder approx 7.6kg

A c.1900 9ct. rose gold and New Zealand greenstone fob chain,…

Rose Gold Greenstone Fob Chain with Medallion

A c.1900 9ct. rose gold and New Zealand greenstone fob chain, the seven nephrite vase with engraved cap ends and chain links between, gold T-bar and New Zealand shield mounted octagonal fob medallion, the 'dog-clip' gold plated

A carved greenstone kea, mounted on kauri base. Copy of…

Greenstone Kea on Kauri Base

A carved greenstone kea, mounted on kauri base. Copy of purchase receipt for $875. Height 10 cm (kea)

Maori greenstone axe, New Zealand, 19th century, 90 cm long

Maori Greenstone Axe - 19th Century

Maori greenstone axe, New Zealand, 19th century, 90 cm long

A quality late 19th century New Zealand colonial greenstone and…

Colonial Greenstone and Gold Pendant with Engraved Scrolls

A quality late 19th century New Zealand colonial greenstone and 15ct. yellow gold mounted pendant, the tapered long rounded pendant with engraved leafy scrolls and repeat bead border.

An impressive 9ct gold and greenstone bead muff chain, a fine…

Gold and Greenstone Bead Muff Chain with Pendant

An impressive 9ct gold and greenstone bead muff chain, a fine rope twist chain with eleven greenstone beads, and with a gold capped greenstone pendant suspended from a large rose gold spring clasp, 21.9gm

A good early 20th century greenstone heart and gold mounted…

Greenstone Heart Pendant with Engraved Fern Leaf and Gold Mount

A good early 20th century greenstone heart and gold mounted pendant, good dark green tone with applied engraved fern leaf with 'NZ' to the centre, gold pinned suspension loop to the top, length 6.3 cm.

A greenstone heart pendant, decorative 9ct. gold bale.

Greenstone Heart Pendant with 9ct. Gold Bale

A greenstone heart pendant, decorative 9ct. gold bale.

Donn Salt silver dragon form pendant, a single cabochon…

Silver Dragon Pendant with Greenstone Cabochon

Donn Salt silver dragon form pendant, a single cabochon greenstone in rub-over mount to the top, suspended on silver chain.

Owen Mapp carved greenstone pendant, simple curved bladed form,…

Curved Greenstone Pendant by Owen Mapp

Owen Mapp carved greenstone pendant, simple curved bladed form, early 1980s. Length 9.7 cm.

A greenstone slab, of mountain peak shape. 32.5 cm x 21 cm x 1.…

Mountain Peak Greenstone Slab

A greenstone slab, of mountain peak shape. 32.5 cm x 21 cm x 1.8 cm.

A 20th century large greenstone pendant, similar to above.…

Greenstone Pendant from Flower Family Collection

A 20th century large greenstone pendant, similar to above. Length 13.5 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.

An early 20th century New Zealand greenstone wahaika pendant,…

New Zealand Greenstone Double Blade Pendant

An early 20th century New Zealand greenstone wahaika pendant, traditional double bladed form. Length 5.5 cm

Modern New Zealand jeweller greenstone pendant

Greenstone Pendant: Modern Kiwi Jewellery

Modern New Zealand jeweller greenstone pendant

A New Zealand greenstone and 9ct. gilded yellow gold mounted…

Greenstone and Gold Heart Pendant with Fern Leaves

A New Zealand greenstone and 9ct. gilded yellow gold mounted heart pendant, the 'Kia Ora' mount framed by curving fern leaves.

A vintage New Zealand greenstone large long pendant, dark green…

Vintage Greenstone Pendant with Flecked Highlights

A vintage New Zealand greenstone large long pendant, dark green tone with pale flecked highlights, rounded ends, drill suspension hole. Length 15.5 cm

A New Zealand colonial greenstone and 9ct. gold mounted kapeu…

Greenstone and Gold Kapeu Pendant

A New Zealand colonial greenstone and 9ct. gold mounted kapeu pendant, dark green tone with a rose gold plain collar and engraved mount to the top. Length 11.5 cm

A New Zealand colonial greenstone and 9ct. gold mounted heart…

NZ Greenstone Heart Pendant with Gold Mount

A New Zealand colonial greenstone and 9ct. gold mounted heart pendant, engraved detail to the 'New Zealand' applied panel and bale.

New Zealand greenstone pendant ornament, 20th century, housed…

Greenstone Pendant in Timber Box

New Zealand greenstone pendant ornament, 20th century, housed in timber box, 7 x 5 cm

Steve Myhre single greenstone earring, rounded triangular…

Greenstone Sail Earring

Steve Myhre single greenstone earring, rounded triangular 'sail' form, wire fitting attached. Length 4 cm

Steve Myhre single greenstone drop earring, plain curved form,…

Greenstone Drop Earring with Rust Red Highlights

Steve Myhre single greenstone drop earring, plain curved form, rust red highlights. Length 4.5 cm

Steve Myrhe Tangiwai greenstone single drop earring, elongated…

Tangiwai Greenstone Fish Earring

Steve Myrhe Tangiwai greenstone single drop earring, elongated stylised 'fish' form. Length 8.1 cm

Owen Mapp early 1980s greenstone pendant, curved triangular…

Curved Greenstone Pendant by Owen Mapp

Owen Mapp early 1980s greenstone pendant, curved triangular section, tapering to a point. Length 10 cm

A well carved N.Z Kokopu greenstone model of a leaping 'Kokopu…

Leaping Kokopu Greenstone Trout Sculpture

A well carved N.Z Kokopu greenstone model of a leaping 'Kokopu (speckled trout), curved back, inset eyes, mounted on a wave and pool form base. Note: Kokopu being both the name for the spotted New Zealand greenstone and New Zealand native trout. Height 9…

A greenstone ear pendant, the kapeu of traditional hockey stick…

Greenstone Hockey Stick Ear Pendant

A greenstone ear pendant, the kapeu of traditional hockey stick form, with suspension hole to the top. Length 10 cm

A silver cake fork and jam spoon, with finely engraved…

Greenstone Handled Cake Fork and Jam Spoon

A silver cake fork and jam spoon, with finely engraved decoration and New Zealand greenstone handles. Birmingham 1910. Length 13 cm

A Colonial 9ct. gold and greenstone pendant, the greenstone…

Maori Chief Intaglio Pendant with Gold Cap

A Colonial 9ct. gold and greenstone pendant, the greenstone carved with a Maori chief intaglio, the unusual scrolling gold cap with suspension ring

Carved greenstone fish pendant, with plated surround, size: 7…

Greenstone Fish Pendant with Plated Surround

Carved greenstone fish pendant, with plated surround, size: 7 cm diameter including bale

A pre-European Maori nephrite pendant (kuru), of good mid-green…

Maori Green Nephrite Kuru Pendant

A pre-European Maori nephrite pendant (kuru), of good mid-green tone, mildly curved and tapering to a point, rounded suspension hole. Length 6.7 cm

Large greenstone heart pendant with 9ct bale

Greenstone Heart Pendant with 9ct Bale

Large greenstone heart pendant with 9ct bale

Large solid green stone frog on carved wood base, approx 25 cm…

Green Stone Frog on Carved Wood Base

Large solid green stone frog on carved wood base, approx 25 cm high including base x 40 cm long

Carved green stone teaset, consist of teapot, stand and 6 cups

Green Stone Teaset with Teapot, Stand, and 6 Cups

Carved green stone teaset, consist of teapot, stand and 6 cups

Large carved green stone frog on base, approx 22 cm high…

Green Stone Frog Carving on Base

Large carved green stone frog on base, approx 22 cm high including base x 39 cm wide

Large greenstone heart pendant

Greenstone Heart Pendant - Large

Large greenstone heart pendant

Green stone carved Kuru, New Zealand, approx 8.5 cm long

Greenstone Kuru Carving from New Zealand

Green stone carved Kuru, New Zealand, approx 8.5 cm long

A large nephrite boulder, in natural form, river polished,…

25kg Natural Nephrite Boulder, River Polished

A large nephrite boulder, in natural form, river polished, approx. 25 kilos

A greenstone drop pendant, tapering cylindrical shape pierced…

Greenstone Cylinder Drop Pendant

A greenstone drop pendant, tapering cylindrical shape pierced with suspension hole. Length 6.5 cm

An unusual greenstone small boulder of natural form emulating a…

Greenstone Hand Collectible

An unusual greenstone small boulder of natural form emulating a 'fine lady's greenstone hand', a label included referencing this to the Hokonui, The Greenstone River and 'This Nature's Miracle is Bryan's Favourite Collectable'. It was sold by accident in…

A Fred Money silver hei matau (fish hook) with greenstone…

Fred Money Silver Hei Matau with Greenstone Barb

A Fred Money silver hei matau (fish hook) with greenstone carved barb, fine rope and Maori mask detail, impressed maker's marks. Note: Ex. the family collection of Richard shields, a noted greenstone carver, the greenstone barb possibly carved by shields.…

An old Maori greenstone gouge/chisel, tapered cylindrical form,…

Maori Greenstone Gouge with Provenance

An old Maori greenstone gouge/chisel, tapered cylindrical form, the mildly concave blade with rounded end. Length approx. 100. Provenance: inchFound Sand Dune Kawhia 1920?s inch.

A large 95kg. greenstone boulder, the natural boulder with…

Greenstone Boulder with Cut Faces

A large 95kg. greenstone boulder, the natural boulder with three cut faces showing good dark green colour, white rind exterior. 40 cm x 43 cm x 29 cm

Three green stone axe heads and a basalt head axe, the latter,…

Four Ancient Axe Heads: Green Stone and Basalt

Three green stone axe heads and a basalt head axe, the latter, 41 cm long

9 greenstone heart shaped pendants. All with yellow gold…

Greenstone Heart Pendants with Gold Fittings

9 greenstone heart shaped pendants. All with yellow gold coloured fittings.

A 19th century or earlier Maori worked greenstone slab, the…

19th Century Maori Greenstone Slab, 29 cm Length

A 19th century or earlier Maori worked greenstone slab, the edge with scarf and snap working, being assessed for registration. Length 29 cm

Carved green stone pendant

Green Stone Carved Pendant

Carved green stone pendant