Handcarved Bone Chest Plate Pendant - Manaia

Approx Dimensions - L - 12cm. W - 3cm

The origins of the Manaia are deeply rooted in Māori mythology, where it is often described as a messenger between the earthly world and the spiritual realm. The name "Manaia" itself is derived from the word "mana," meaning spiritual power or authority, and the suffix "ia," which can denote the essence of something.