Manaia with Paua Shell | Matau or Display
This intricately crafted Manaia Matau carving features exquisite engravings and stunning Paua (Abalone) shell inlays for the eye. It is equipped with an adjustable cord for a personalized fit, and can serve as a necklace or a decorative display for your home.
The Manaia is an ancient mythical being with a birds head and a human form. It is said to be the messenger between the earthly world of mortals and the domain of the spirits. The Manaia is a holder of great spiritual energy and is a guardian against evil.
- Hand carved Manaia
- Approximate Sizes: 6" long x 1-1/4" wide
- Material: Bone
- Features: Paua shell (Abalone)
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Adjustable cord
- Handmade