Colonial Greenstone and Gold Pendant with Kia Ora Engraving

A very large New Zealand colonial greenstone and gold mounted…
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A very large New Zealand colonial greenstone and gold mounted pendant, tapered spatulate form, mid/deep-green with pale banded inclusion towards the base, black speckled highlights, a wide encircling 9ct. rose gold band towards the top, scroll engraved and marked 'Kia Ora', tapered suspension hole to the top with gilt jump ring attached. Length 16.1 cm, maximum width 3.8 cm

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