Apr 30, 2018 · “It’s a simple online scheme that allows people to check their raw or carved pounamu is the genuine article and not a rip-off from overseas or a black market product.” …

Ngāi Tahu Pounamu is an authentication system to validate the origin of authentice New Zealand greenstone, highlight the cultural and historical importance of Pounamu, and provide an online …

Mar 18, 2025 · For anyone only familiar with polished greenstone, raw pounamu can appear unexpectedly plain. Here’s what you might see: Despite these clues, the only sure way to …

Significant quantities of greenstone ( jade) products ‘Made in NZ’ are done so using raw stone from overseas. Many of these pieces are also carved overseas. These products are marketed …

Authentic Ngāi Tahu Pounamu prominently displays both a mark of authenticity and a unique traceability code. When entered online this code identifies the origin and whakapapa of the …

Occasionally erosion, land movement and development can raw pounamu and pounamu artifacts. Any raw pounamu, such. o Ng i Tahu and should be notified to the Pounamu Management …

Pounamu was carved into tools and sharp weapons – and still carved today into greenstone jewellery and symbols of cultural identity. You may occasionally stumble across a raw …

Mar 7, 2025 · 1kg Raw New Zealand Greenstone / Pounamu Carving Slices (R14B180) PHOTOS of the actual stones you will receive (All stones in photo) Description: New Zealand …

This means, provided they follow the specific rules and regulations, that these businesses can purchase raw pounamu from Ngāi Tahu for carvings. Authentic Ngāi Tahu pounamu …

Pounamu carving by Emry Kamahi Tahatai Kereru of Ngai Tahu, Ngapuhi. Genuine Aotearoa New Zealand Pounamu, Tangiwai, Nephrite Jade, Aotea Stone,...