Tribal Fish Hook Maori Necklace

This stunning pendant is hand carved from genuine ethically-sourced yak bone.

Bone has been carved into jewelry for many years as it represents the strength of wild animals.

The bone used in our jewelry is ethically sourced, and NO ANIMALS WERE HARMED for the purpose of making our creations.

The fish hook design represents the bonding of family, and symbolizes good luck, good health, and long life. It is considered a good luck charm by travelers, boaters, fishermen, and surfers.

The fish hook symbol is traditionally said to represent prosperity and safe travel over water. It's a clever design because it incorporates both the fish and fish hook motif into one design. Traditionally Maori were very reliant on the bounty they caught from the sea to survive. It constituted a large amount of their daily food needs, and with it Maori flourished as a people. Maori had a very strong connection to Tangaroa, god of the sea, and attributed this abundance to him. Also, in Maori myth, Maui used a magic fish hook carved from the jawbone of his grandmother to pull up New Zealand's North Island from the bottom of the ocean in the form of a huge fish.

The pendant comes on an adjustable waxed cotton cord. Cotton is extremely durable, and can be worn while swimming, showering, and bathing.

The dimensions of the pendant are 50x29mm.

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