FREE: Maori Manaia abalone shell pendant from New Zealand

The listing, Maori Manaia abalone shell pendant from New Zealand has ended.

Elegant paua shell (abalone) pendant/charm drilled with a small hole for jewelry making. Smooth and shiny. About 1.25" long.

"The Manaia is an ancient Maori mythical being with a birds head and a human form. It is said to be the messenger between the earthly world of mortals and the domain of the spirits. The Manaia is a holder of great spiritual energy and is a guardian against evil. It can be seen blended into many Maori designs with subtle differences between tribes."

This charm hangs beautifully plumb. There is a slight imperfection on the front (first photo) - a small triangular area on the inside of the curve that's not iridescent - and on the back (second photo) - a dip in the shell near the top of the charm. You have to look closely to notice these - it's a striking pendant.