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Poi by Parekura

Feather earrings

$45.50
Description
Handmade by Poi by Parekura in Ōtautahi/Christchurch.

Materials: Recycled rubber bicycle inner tube and stainless-steel hooks
Style: Nga manu o Aotearoa / Native birds of New Zealand
Huia
NZ Falcon
Saddleback
Pūkeko
HUIA
The Huia feather is a revered taonga, treasured possession for Māori which symbolizes mana or prestige including leadership status.
The Huia became extinct in the early 20th century due to British and European extraordinary fashion pursuit for their ātaahua / beautiful feathers resulting in total decimation.
The feathers were often stored in cocoon shaped carved boxes known as wakahuia.
TĪEKE / SADDLEBACK
 
The tīeke is a glossy, black, medium -sized bird with a distinctive copper “saddle” on it’s back. According to Māori tradition, the saddle marking on the tīeke was caused by the demi-god, Māui. Made thirsty by the heat of the sun, Māui asked the tīeke to fetch him some water but the bird ignored him. This irritated Māui and he seize the bird with his hot hands, singeing the feathers on its back.
KĀREAREA / NEW ZEALAND FALCON
 
The Kārearea falcon is New Zeeland’s only falcon. It is estimated that there is between 5,000 and 8,000 which makes this spectacular hunter in the sky rarer than all species of Kiwi.  
 
The single cream gold colour pallet reflects the young Kārearea fledgling feathers found on their chest. 
Are they available in other colours?
Kao / No, these are made from black bicycle inner tube. Therefore, to whakamana, give prestige to the Huia feather style created, predominately black with white tip tail.
PUKEKO / SWAMP HEN 
  
The Pukeko is probably one of the most recognised native birds in New Zealand with its distinctive deep blue violet colourings and a habit of feeding on the ground near wetlands. 
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How do I care for my earrings?
Minimise the effects of the rubber fading, breakage and peeling of hand painted areas.
Store somewhere safe which allows earrings to hang freely away from direct sunlight
Remove before entering water
Remove when active
Remove when sleeping

Please note, earrings received may appear slightly different to what is pictured here, nonetheless they still represent what is described. =D
Sizes Available: Includes hook length
Small 5.5-7-cm
Medium 6.5 - 9cm
Large 11 – 13cm
Taking care of your Taonga

Wearing your Pounamu close to your skin can help it maintain its polish. This is because it naturally absorbs oils from your skin, which will give it a special connection to you.

To further care for your taonga, you can oil it using any natural household oils or fats such as

  • olive oil
  • coconut oil
  • vegetable oil
  • tallow

Doing so will help ensure that it remains sparkling and beautiful for many years to come.

Shipping

Delivery times may vary depending on your location. See full shipping information here. Please note delivery excludes public holidays.

All taonga are sent in their own lightly fragranced Little Shop of Taonga box. Using 100% natural fragrances. Please notify us if you would NOT like fragrance added (can be done at checkout). Taonga are sent via courier.

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