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Early mere pounamu. A highly valued and potent cultural symbol…
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Auction Location:
Auckland
Date:
10-Jun-2014
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Description:
Early mere pounamu. A highly valued and potent cultural symbol of mana (authority and prestige) as well as an effective weapon during the pre-musket era. Mere of this early type are rarely seen. The well balanced blade tapers the a natural point with a hourglass pierced suspension hole. Dark green pounamu with signs of traditional working cuts to handle. Length 37 cm. Width 7.4 cm.
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Tribal: New Zealand Maori