Hand carved bone tiki face pendant on adjustable black braided nylon cord.
Pendant measures 2 inches across and the longest point and 2 inches high at the tallest point.
The tiki is a very ancient symbol as is, by far, the least understood so there are a number of legends about its meaning. Some say he came from the stars and that he was the first man of the world. He is also often depicted with webbed feet, which suggests a strong link to the creatures of the sea.
Hei Tiki was respected as the teacher of all things and the wearer of this symbol is therefore seen to possess clarity of thought, loyalty, great inner knowledge and strength of character.
The Tiki is regarded as a good luck charm when worn and in some areas is also regarded as a fertility symbol.
Traditional Tiki are valuable heirlooms in Maori families and are most often worn by Maori on ceremonial occasions.
Bone jewelry is said to improve its luster over years of wear as it takes on the spirit of the wearer and all who follow down the generations.
