**Available via pre-order only.  Stone veining may vary from the image shown.  Allow 5-10 business days for completion. Please notify us at checkout if expedited delivery is required.**
This is a genuine piece of Māori art. It features a majestic manaia, and the handle is adorned with a plaited cord that feeds through the tail end. The eyes are inlaid with very small paua shards. This is a very special and unique Taonga. 
 (To add a personalized Wood Base with a three-word engraving, please add this to your cart by going to the Wood Base section. They are sold separately)

Dimensions: 400mm x 170mm
The Wahaika ( meaning mouth of the fish )
Wahaika is a close quaters fighting weapon that was used by fierce Māori warriors to incapacitate and disarm their enemies. The small figures carved onto it represent personal protectors for the wearer. These sacred ancent Māori Taonga are symbols of mana (authority), status, cultural identity, and important relationships.
In most cases, our Wahaika are purchased to be gifted as birthday gifts, leaving/welcoming gifts, celebrations, and corporate events.
A signed and dated Certificate of Authenticity will come with this Taonga.