Vintage Greenstone - Greenstone Mere - Maori - New Zealand

A mere (specifically a Mere Pounamu) is a traditional close-quarters striking weapon of the Māori in New Zealand, made entirely from New Zealand jade (Pounamu or Greenstone). It is flat, teardrop-shaped and regarded as the highest status symbol for chiefs and warriors From a private collection. Vintage, mid-20th century

Estimate:£292.75

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