Tuhua Tino Rangatirataga Earrings

Obsidian from Taupo rohe (Taupo volcanic zone) Being made of volcanic glass, these taonga are fragile and should be treated with care. Made with Obsidian, whale bone, red coral and sterling silver.

Obsidian was a significant resource to our tipuna, used for cutting, scraping and drilling, it was valued and traded widely.

Spiritually, Obsidian is considered protective and grounding.

5.5cmx1.3cm