**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.**
An outstanding Patu with a character like no other. This Patu is not only a brilliant display of exquisite colors it is also one of only a handful made of this particular kohatu. This infact exemplifies its uniqueness and rarity. The one who sees the most value will take this Taonga and treasure it.
 (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 115mm x 410mm
Mere or Patu were originally used by Māori in hand-to-hand combat. They were also utilized as an everyday tool for cutting and striking objects. These sacred ancent Māori Taonga symbols of mana (authority), status, cultural identity, and important relationships.
In most cases, our Patu/Mere are purchased to be gifted as birthdays, leaving/welcoming gifts and other celebrations, etc.
A signed and dated Certificate of Authenticity will come with this Taonga.