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.
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
19th Century Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A 19th century pounamu hei tiki, with head turned to the right and hands clasped to thighs, with small semi-concealed suspension hole to the forehead, height 6.3 cm.
Greenstone Tiki with Hourglass Hole, Provenance Kaikai Beach
A pounamu hei tiki, with head strongly turned to the right and hands clasped to thighs, with original hourglass suspension hole broken through and another re-drilled to the forehead, variable mid-green tone with some translucence. Old label affixed to the…
Inanga Pounamu Hei Tiki with Prestigious Color and Provenance
A good pre-European inanga pounamu hei tiki of elegant proportions and prestigious colour, chin to left shoulder, hands to thighs, hour-glass suspension hole to top, semi-concealed at the front, evidence of another hole beside. The reverse inscribed with…
Signed bird and art books in leather and slipcase
Raymond Ching, The Bird Paintings' (Collins 1978) ed. 97/360 signed, leather in slip case, and 'The Art of Rei Hamon (Collins 1980) ed. 567/600 signed.
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.
Maori Folk Art Carvings with Paua Shell Eyes
A pair of fine early 20th century folk art carvings, of two stylised Maori figures, the larger female figure depicted with tiki, moko, piupiu and inset paua shell eyes (h.38 cm) the smaller male figure depicted holding a mere (h.30 cm). Provenance: John…
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.
Curved Greenstone Pendant by Owen Mapp
Owen Mapp carved greenstone pendant, simple curved bladed form, early 1980s. Length 9.7 cm.
Silver Hei Tiki Knife Rests in Fitted Box, 1912
A pair of early 20th century silver hei tiki mounted knife rests, each with plain cylinder bar supported by engraved tiki mounted upon plain rectangular plinths, in original fitted box with purple velvet lining. Hallmarked London 1912 by C. Widmer & Sons.
Antique Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
19th century or earlier Maori pounamu hei tiki hour glass form suspension hole, red sealing wax eyes, face to left, hands to thighs. Rounded stomach, height 8 cm
Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant with Red Wax Inset Eyes
19th century pounamu hei tiki head inclined to left, left arm to thigh and right arm on chest with red wax inset eyes and hour glass form suspension hole (repair to legs), length 11 cm
19th Century Pounamu Hei Tiki with Paua Inset Eyes
19th century pounamu hei tiki hour glass suspension hole, carved paua inset eyes, head tilted left with both arms on thighs, length 9.8 cm. Provenance: Arthur Beau Palmer collection
Antique Pounamu Hei Tiki Hourglass Pendant
19th century or earlier pounamu hei tiki hour glass form suspension hole, red sealing wax eyes. Face to right, hands to thighs. Mottled pounamu. Front of rounded form. Height 9.5 cm
Unusual Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki with Tikitiki Top Knot
19th century or earlier Maori pounamu hei tiki very unusual form with traditional top knot (Tikitiki) to head. Face to left, hands to thighs, height 8 cm
Antique Dark Greenstone Hei Tiki Pendant
Rare 19th century or earlier pounamu hei tiki dark greenstone pendant, hourglass suspension, bold features with protruding stomach, head tilted left with both arms resting on thighs, height 10.3 cm
Incomplete 18th Century Pounamu Fish Hook Pendant
18th century or earlier pounamu hei matau (fish hook style pendant) Partially formed, barb end appears to be incomplete. Well formed tapering 'Eye'. Groove to reverse of barb. Width 5.5 cm. Provenance: Ex estate J.F Scott, Dannevirke. Purchased McKearney…
18th Century Maori Pounamu Pendant (Kuru)
18th century or earlier Maori pounamu pendant (kuru) of slender faceted form. Hour glass form suspension hole. Length 14 cm
Antique Pounamu Kuru Pendant with Hourglass Suspension Hole
18th century or earlier pounamu pendant (kuru) slender, rounded form with large hour glass form suspension hole. Length 9 cm
Fine Greenstone Pendant - Translucent Pounamu (21cm)
Large greenstone pendant fine translucent pounamu, 21 cm length (slight rubbing to tip)
Gold-capped Pounamu Adze Pendant with Blade Chip (6.3cm)
Pounamu toki (adze) small tapering form mounted with 9ct gold cap as a pendant, chip to blade, length 6.3 cm
Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant with Rose Gold Ring
An old Maori pounamu (bowenite) small hei tiki, hands to thighs, the ring eyes with red wax remains, 9ct rose gold suspension ring attached. Height 6 cm.
Mid-20th century Maori pounamu hei tiki pendant
An early/mid-20th century Maori pounamu hei tiki, open heart form mouth with chin to left shoulder, hands clasped to thighs, semi-translucent mid-dark green tone and in good polish. Length 7.5 cm.
Greenstone Pendant from Flower Family Collection
A 20th century large greenstone pendant, similar to above. Length 13.5 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Maori Pounamu Artefacts from Flower Family Collection
Four old Maori pounamu small artefacts, the longest a chisel of near cylindrical form displaying vibrant pale inclusions, the flat cutting edge with reasonably steep bevel, another of near black tone, one of wide form and a flattened kuru pendant under…
Maori Carved Pounamu Kuru Pendant
An old Maori carved pounamu (bowenite) fine and long kuru pendant, finely tapering to a point, narrow tapered suspension hole, semi-translucent with a silvery green vein running its length. Length 14.5 cm, width 1 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family…
Maori Pounamu Long Kuru Pendant
An old Maori carved pounamu (bowenite) long kuru pendant, oval cylinder form, both ends tapered, wide tapered suspension hole. Length 15.8 cm, width 1.4 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Maori Pounamu Kuru Pendant from Flower Family Collection
An old Maori carved pounamu (bowenite) kuru pendant, flattened oval cylinder type form, both ends tapered, single hour-glass drill suspension hole, the dark to mid-green tone with traditional silvery green flecked highlights. Length 15.4 cm, width 2.6 cm.…
Maori Pounamu Kuru Pendant from Flower Collection
An old Maori large and long carved pounamu kuru pendant, cylindrical form, both ends tapered, single semi-hourglass drilled suspension hole, dark tone with silvery green veined inclusions. Length 19.6 cm, diameter approx.18. Provenance: The Flower Family…
Damaged Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki with Fire Discolouration
A large pre-European Maori carved pounamu damaged hei tiki, showing evidence of fire discolouration, pale to mid-grey tone with tan inclusions, head to left shoulder, hands to thighs, the legs snapped off and absent. Note: An early 20th century note…
Pre-European Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki
A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, the top of the head with old pre-European scarf and snap cut, the body of mid to pale tone with semi-translucence, the head with evidence of being in a fire. Length 9.3 cm, width 6.6 cm. Note: it is possible…
Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, of good proportions with traditional features of head turned to left shoulder and hands clasped to thighs, single tapered hourglass drilled suspension hole, medium to dark green tone with semi-translucent pale…
Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, with head turned to the right shoulder, hands clasped to thighs and with single tapered hourglass drilled suspension hole, the original being through the top of the head having broken through and then modified…
Deep Profile Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki
A good pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, of good deep profile, traditional slightly tapered form, dark green tone. Note: the depth and elegant soft carved features of this hei tiki make it an outstanding example. Length 10.8 cm, width 4.8 cm,…
Maori Inunga Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
An uncommon pre-European Maori carved inunga pounamu hei tiki, good proportions and traditional form, chin to the left, hands to thighs, three tapered hourglass drilled and concealed suspension holes to the back top of head, one broken through, natural…
Impressive Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki with Provenance
A large and impressive pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, traditional mildly tapered form with chin to left shoulder, hands to thighs and single notch and tapered hourglass drilled and concealed suspension hole to top of head, good dark tone with…
Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A pre-European Maori carved pounamu hei tiki, traditional form with head to left shoulder, hands to thighs, concealed notch and hourglass cut suspension hole broken through, pale to mid-green/grey tone with pale tan and dark included highlights. Length 9…
Pre-European Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A pre-European Maori pounamu hei tiki, traditional tapered form, head to left shoulder, hands to thighs, three early suspension holes all broken through, good mid-green tone. Length 7.7 cm, width 5.3 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Modern Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki - 11.1cm
A modern Maori pounamu hei tiki, the right hand to chest, left to thigh, good deep profile, dark green tone. Height 11.1 cm
New Zealand Greenstone Double Blade Pendant
An early 20th century New Zealand greenstone wahaika pendant, traditional double bladed form. Length 5.5 cm
Broken Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki with Concealed Suspension Hole
A pre-European Maori pounamu hei tiki, the left arm and leg broken and absent, chin to left shoulder, concealed suspension hole to back top of head. Good dark tone with pale flecked inclusions. Length 9.3 cm. Provenance: 'Ploughed up in the 1920s by…
20th Century Maori Nephrite Hei Tiki Pendant
A 20th century Maori pounamu hei tiki, dark green nephrite, red sealing wax to eyes, tapered suspension hole. Not registered. Length 10.3 cm
Mid 20th Century Maori Greenstone Double Sided Hei Tiki
An early/mid 20th century Maori greenstone double sided hei tiki, smooth and rounded features, dark tone with pale inclusions, slight variations to each side. Height 12.4 cm
Translucent Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
A 19th century Maori pounamu hei tiki, translucent bowenite carved with rounded stomach and rudimentary features, traces of red sealing wax to eyes. Length 6.2 cm. Gold suspension ring fitted.
Maori Greenstone Hei Tiki Pendant
A 19th/20th century Maori greenstone hei tiki, mid/dark green semi translucent nephrite with orange/tan inclusions. Height 7.8 cm
Maori Marine Ivory Hei Tiki Pendant
An old Maori marine ivory hei tiki, well defined smooth-edged detail, remains of sealing wax to the eyes. The suspension hole just broken through and later fitted with a white metal (silver) sleeve. Length 6.4 cm
Impressive Charles Raponi Wilson Nephrite Hei Tiki
A large and impressive Charlie Raponi Wilson nephrite hei tiki, of Marsden jade showing good pale inclusions, the right hand to the chest, the left to the left thigh, the head tilted, the serrated paua inset eyes with red sealing wax detail of unusually…
Handcrafted Bowenite Hei Tiki with Red Wax Eyes
A small bowenite hei tiki, modelled with hands to thighs, ring eyes with red wax insert. Height 6 cm
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.
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
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
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.
Greenstone Pendant in Timber Box
New Zealand greenstone pendant ornament, 20th century, housed in timber box, 7 x 5 cm
18th Century Hei Tiki Pounamu Greenstone Pendant
Superb 18th century hei tiki pounamu greenstone pendant in human form, pointed chin with hour glass suspension hole, head tilted to left, right arm to chest and left arm to thigh (legs missing), height 10 cm
Early 19th Century Hei Tiki Pounamu Pendant
Rare early 19th century hei tiki pounamu greenstone pendant in human form (referred to as the 'Fire tiki'), three suspension holes to head (two worn through), head tilted to left, right arm to mouth, left arm to thigh, length 9 cm Provenance: Jacob…
Kuru Greenstone Ear Pendant - Flared Flat Form
Kuru pounamu greenstone ear pendant of flared flat form with pierced hole for suspension, length 9 cm
Large Greenstone Ear Pendant with Metal Ring, 11cm Length
Kuru pounamu large greenstone ear pendant of traditional form with pierced suspension hole, metal ring attached, length 11 cm
Greenstone Hei Tiki Pendant with Provenance
Hei tiki pounamu greenstone pendant in human form, head tilting to right with arms on thighs and pierced hole for suspension, length 8 cm Provenance: This hei tiki was the property of William page (died 1926) who managed 'Te Kopi' a sheep station in the…
Early Hei Tiki Pounamu Greenstone Pendant in Human Form
Early hei tiki pounamu greenstone pendant in human form, head tilting to right with arms on thighs and rounded chest, hourglass suspension hole, height 8.5 cm
Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant with Metal Clasp
Hei tiki pounamu greenstone pendant in human form, head inclined to right with arms on thighs, pierced hole for suspension with metal clasp attached, height 4 cm
19th Century Greenstone Human Pendant with Hooked Hole
Hei tiki pounamu 19th century or earlier greenstone pendant in human form, both arms to thighs with rounded stomach and hooked suspension hole, length 8.5 cm
Maori Whale Tooth Pendant with Notch and Whirl Designs
A Maori carved whale tooth pendant, resembling a rei puta, carved with notch and whirl designs above a mask terminal. Length 8 cm
Maori Whale Bone Breast Pendant with Masks and Spirals
A contemporary Maori carved whale bone breast pendant, resembling a rei puta, carved and pierced with spiral and masks. Length 27 cm
Curved Greenstone Pendant by Owen Mapp
Owen Mapp early 1980s greenstone pendant, curved triangular section, tapering to a point. Length 10 cm
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
Kokopu Pounamu Hei Tiki by Mike Higgs
A pounamu hei tiki by Mike Higgs, Kokopu variety, paua shell inlaid eyes. Height 10 cm
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
Whale Bone Hei Tiki by Charlie Wilson
Charlie Wilson carved whale bone hei tiki, finely detailed with the head turned to the right shoulder, inlaid paua shell ring eyes, left hand to the chest with index finger to the mouth, forked tongue, the right to the right thigh, mildly concave back.…
Charlie Wilson's Inunga Greenstone Hei Tiki
A good Charlie (Raponi) Wilson carved inunga greenstone hei tiki, pale/mid-green colourway, finely detailed with the head turned to the left shoulder, ears evident, inlaid paua shell ring eyes, right hand to the chest, the left to the left thigh, mildly…
Greenstone Fish Pendant with Plated Surround
Carved greenstone fish pendant, with plated surround, size: 7 cm diameter including bale
Mid-20th Century Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
An early/mid-20th century Maori pounamu hei tiki, open heart form mouth with chin to left shoulder, hands clasped to thighs, semi-translucent mid-dark green tone and in good polish. Not registered. Height 7.5 cm
Mid-20th Century Maori Pounamu Hei Tiki Pendant
An early/mid-20th century Maori pounamu hei tiki, chin to the left shoulder, mid-green tone, tapered suspension hole. Not registered. Height 7.8 cm
Maori Greenstone Hei Tiki Pendant
A late 19th/early 20th century Maori greenstone hei tiki, ring carved eyes, chin to left shoulder, hands clasped to the thighs, counter sunk suspension hole towards top of head, the bowenite greenstone of flecked mid/dark green tone. Height 11 cm
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
Rare Koropepe Pounamu Adornment with Mythical Design
Koropepe pounamu very rare and early adornment, spiral shape which leads to koru form design at the end of the tail, representing a mythical bird or eel/fish form, extremely good example with well defined facial features, inset eyes, raised notch to beak,…
Orthodox Hei Tiki Pounamu Pendant - Early Example
Early hei tiki pounamu stunning early example in orthodox stance, well defined facial features, ribs and limbs with head tilting to the right and two pierced well worn hourglass shaped suspension holes, height 7.5 cm
Important Hei Tiki Pounamu from Mrs. Maora Tamihana
Hei tiki pounamu large and important tiki, translucent stone with head tilting to the right, large dominant chest and arms resting to the top of the thighs, pierced hole for attachment, height 10.5 cm. Provenance: formerly owned by Mrs. Maora Tamihana of…
Whalebone Hei Tiki, Late 19th/Early 20th Century
Whalebone hei tiki late 19th century/early 20th century, right hand to mouth and left arm to thigh, height 9 cm
Pre-contact Albatross Bone Toggle for Hei Tiki Necklace
Albatross bone toggle pre-contact period with suspension hole on underside, used to secure hei tiki around neck, length 4.5 cm. Provenance: Neil Darroch collection
Toki Pounamu Group from Pre-Contact Period
Group of toki pounamu pre-contact period, of varying size, one formed as pendant with suspension hole, . Provenance: Neil Darroch collection
Pre-contact toki pounamu pendant from Neil Darroch collection
Group of toki pounamu pre-contact period, one formed as a pendant with suspension hole, . Provenance: Neil Darroch collection
Asymmetrical Hei Tiki Pounamu Pendant with Suspension Hole
Hei tiki pounamu contact period, asymmetrical form with right hand to chest and left hand to thigh, suspension hole flared on reverse, height 10 cm. Provenance: Neil Darroch collection, formerly purchased Dunbar Sloane 1988
Contemporary Kawakawa Mere by Thomas Ratima
A quality contemporary mere Kawakawa by Thomas Ratima, of good size with elegant spatulate blade tapering to a fine edge, single tapered drilled suspension hole, four concave incised ridges to the tapered butt, good dark green tone. Length 38.5 cm. Note:…
Maori Greenstone Hei Tiki Pendant
A 20th century Maori greenstone hei tiki, classical form with head turned to right shoulder, hands clasped to thighs, matt polished finish, paua shell ring inset eyes, suspension hole to top. Good dark green tone. Height 7.8 cm
Early 20th Century Maori Greenstone Hei Tiki
A good early 20th century Maori greenstone hei tiki, even dark green tone, head turned to the left, hands clasped to thighs, red sealing wax to the ring eyes, countersigned suspension hole to top of head. 13 cm x 8 cm x 1.6 cm
Greenstone Cylinder Drop Pendant
A greenstone drop pendant, tapering cylindrical shape pierced with suspension hole. Length 6.5 cm
Maori Greenstone Hei Tiki with Paua Shell Inset Eyes
A 20th century Maori greenstone hei tiki, of good proportion and style, tongue extended, chin to right shoulder, hands clasped to thighs, serrated paua shell inset ring eyes, mildly counter sunk, suspension hole to top of head, good even dark green tone.…
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.…
Dark Kawakawa Hei Tiki by Mike Higgs
A pounamu hei tiki, dark kawakawa variety, carved by Mike Higgs, modelled in conventional flexed stance with head inclined to left, ring eyes inset with serrated paua shell, hands modelled clasping thighs. Height 9 cm
Maori Nephrite Hei Tiki Pendant, Auhunga Pounamu Variety
An old Maori nephrite hei tiki, pale Auhunga variety pounamu, modelled with head tilted with chin to left shoulder, the forehead pierced with a suspension hole and unusually with a second semi-concealed suspension hole immediately beside it, arms reach…
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