18K Gold Plated Stainless Steel Engraved 20mm*15mm Pendant on a 2mm Cuban Chain 18" Necklace +5cm extension.

This item is packaged in a custom ivory microfiber snap button pouch with gold Rerehua branding, perfect for presenting as a gift. 

HE KĀKANO AHAU NECKLACE

He kākano ahau i ruia mai i Rangiātea, e kore au e ngaro.

I am a seed sown from Rangiātea, I will never be lost.

This whakatauki is a celebration of the Polynesian heritage of Aotearoa. This proverb speaks of identity and connection to the Pacific. Aotearoa is the name given by Kupe's wife as they travelled through the Pacific Ocean to the islands of the Land of the Long White Cloud.

Rangiātea is a significant place for Māori, physically and spiritually. Rangiātea is located in Tahiti and known as Ra’iatea. The place is also featured in the legend of Tānenuiarangi as he gathered the baskets of knowledge from the heavens of Rangiātea.

Wear this piece with pride as a reminder of our Pacific heritage.

Kupu hou:

whakatauki = proverb

*These beautifully crafted pendant necklaces are also available in two other designs: TŪ WHITIA TE HOPO and HOKI ATU KI TŌ MAUNGA (coming soon). Get all three to make a perfect set!