The Toki, or adze, was designed as a practical instrument, most widely incorporated in axes and a ceremonial symbol made solely for chiefs and warriors. It is used to express their supremacy and indicate their social hierarchy.
Nowadays, Toki is carried as a symbol of power. However, Toki Pounamu are typically given to symbolize perseverance, dedication, bravery,and success,which honors the link between the past and the present.
The Toki, or adze, was designed as a practical instrument, most widely incorporated in axes and a ceremonial symbol made solely for chiefs and warriors. It is used to express their supremacy and indicate their social hierarchy.
Nowadays, Toki is carried as a symbol of power. However, Toki Pounamu are typically given to symbolize perseverance, dedication, bravery,and success,which honors the link between the past and the present.
⭐ Highlights Authentic New Zealand pounamu (nephrite jade) carved in a traditional toki/adze form Totoweka variety with rich apple-to-olive green coloration and darker natural inclusions Light-shot imagery reveals pronounced internal glow and layered tonal depth Elongated rectangular profile with softly rounded edges and flat faces Smooth, hand-finished surface retaining natural mineral character Drilled and strung
The Toki, or adze, was designed as a practical instrument, most widely incorporated in axes and a ceremonial symbol made solely for chiefs and warriors. It is used to express their supremacy and indicate their social hierarchy.
Nowadays, Toki is carried as a symbol of power. However, Toki Pounamu are typically given to symbolize perseverance, dedication, bravery,and success,which honors the link between the past and the present.
This specimen is Nephrite Jade and has been cut and polished into an Point/Tower. Although dark in color this piece has an array of green tones throughout. Found in Afghanistan. White background photos have been done for this piece to help see all the green tones and patterns.
This specimen is Nephrite Jade and has been cut and polished into an Wand. Although dark in color this piece has an array of green tones throughout. Found in Afghanistan. White background photos have been done for this piece to help see all the green tones and patterns.
