Large Pounamu Mere white e kore au e ngaro

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Reference Code: BH107

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Large Pounamu Mere white e kore au e ngaroLarge Pounamu Mere 315mm x 95mm Base 400mm x 100mm x 210mm Carved by Sands Carving The Pounamu Mere is a short, broad bladed hand weapon shaped like an enlarged teardrop. It was traditionally used to strike or jab an opponent in the body or head. The Mere is a symbol of high status and is believed to bring its owner courage and strength. While it shares the same overall design as a patu, the key difference lies in the material: Patu can be made from