This Taonga is a part of a series of rare and unique natural Red Onyx marbel patu. This taonga is translucent and polished to a fine finish. It is very beautiful in person and catches the eye like no other. Perfect as a Taonga to gift for a birthday or even as a leaving/welcoming celebration, etc. 
 (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 - 360mm x 110mm
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 are symbols of mana (authority), status, cultural identity, and important relationships.
In most cases, our Patu/Mere 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.