It is not bone, but it is Travertine Mapere, a pumas like stone that has similar characteristics as dried out bone. It is one of our most sought after because of its features. Designed to impress this Patu is one to get ahold of for sure.
(To add a personalized Wood Base with a three-word engraving, please add this to your cart by going to the Base section. Bases are sold separately)

Dimensions 90mm x 310mm
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.