Pounamu Manaia Breast Plate 120mm by Deane Moreton tane mahuta "Tu" the Maori God of

"Tu" the Maori God of War is carved on the front

with the intention that they would help control the numbers of small introduced birds

Carved Nguru by Alex Sands

By Alex Sands

Neil goes to the site

Pounamu Manaia Breast Plate 120mm by Deane Moreton tane mahuta "Tu" the Maori God ofNZ Pounamu Manaia Breast Plate On a waxed nylon cord Adjustable length 120mm x 40mm x 6mm About the Breast Plate: The Breastplate carving signifies strength, serving as a shield and offering protection. About the Manaia: Manaia means containing Mana (prestige and power). It has the head of a bird, and the body of a human with the tail of a fish, representing the sky, earth and sea. It is a guardian angel. It is a spiritual piece that protects the