Toki with twist - Pounamu

New Zealand Pounamu by Dale Borland

Pendant 7 x 2.5cm with adjustable Cord

* Pendant may vary slightly in size and colour

The Toki is the Maori tribal symbol of strength. Its shape represents an axe head. This carving tool based symbol resembles determination, control, strength and honour. It was traditionally carved in stone or greenstone and was passed down as an heirloom.

The twist with its crisscross form represents the many paths of life and love and as such is regarded as the original eternity symbol. The single twist in particular shows the joining together of two people for eternity. Even though they sometimes move away from each other on their own journeys, they will always come together again sharing their lives and blending to become one. It tells how the strength of bond of friendship, loyalty and love will last forever. The double and triple twists have a similar meaning but refer more to the joining of two peoples or cultures rather than individuals.

Dale Borland was formed in 1972 by Peter Dale McDermott and Brian Borland. The business name came from combining Peter’s middle name with Brian’s last name. Dale Borland was purchased by John Harrison 1993 and turned into a small family owned and operated business. John manages the company along with his wife and son. The small size of this producer of New Zealand jewellery and souvenir products has allowed Dale Borland to offer a range of unique and distinctive products.