Pounamu Porohita

Porohita (circle) symbolise the completion of cycles, a concept reflected in the celestial dance of Tama-nui-te-rā and Hina-te-marama, the sun and the moon. These circular movements across the sky serve as a powerful reminder of the cyclical nature of life. Giving a porohita as a gift expresses a deep desire to have that person at the center of one's world.

This porohita was carved by Yuki Tanaka from puti puti pounamu sourced from Marsden of Te Wai Pounamu, Aotearoa. It measures 61mm in diameter, has a semi-gloss finish, and is bound with an adjustable hand-braided cord.