Pekapeka
NZ$0.00
Pekapeka is the name given to the native bat and also for this style of pendant. Pekapeka were traditionally made from precious stone, shell and whale bone, especially paraoa or sperm whale bone.
SIZE: 95mm x 45mm x 10mm
MATERIAL: Whale Bone
About this piece
Usually the pekapeka pendant features stylised double headed manaia figures. This pekapeka is named “Te Matatini” and was commissioned for a private collection and made from whale bone sourced from overseas and gifted to the collector.
