| Looking for a specific gift with special meaning? Below is a list of each taonga (treasured gifts) and the meaning directly related to it. |
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Adze
- Signifies strength and control
- Determination and focus
- An Achiever
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Koru Spiral
- The unfolding of the fern frond depicts peace and tranquillity
- New beginnings
- Growth and harmony
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Ngakau Heart
- Endearment, love and friendship
- Compassion and generosity
- Bonding of souls.
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Manaia
- Traditionally depicted with the head of a bird, the body of
a man and the tail of a fish, representing sky, earth & sea and the
balance between them
- Protects the wearer from evil
- A Guardian Angel.
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Hei Matau Fish Hook
- The symbol of plenty
- Represents strength and determination
- Brings peace, prosperity & good health to the wearer
- Provides a safe journey over water.
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Infinity
- This is the flow of energy between the spiritual and physical worlds
- It also represents the bonding of two souls one for all eternity.
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Pendant
- Indicates strength, confidence, unity and pride
- A Good Luck piece.
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Mere Short Club Patu
- Strike to hit
- Symbol of High Rank
- Represents strength, commitment & protection of others
- One facing and overcoming life's challenges
- Reflects determination & wealth.
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Tiki
- Good Luck
- Fertility and Growth
- Spiritual Medium for Healing
- Its "Mana" is increased when handed from one generation to the next
- The Head symbolises Thinking
- The Hands - Strength
- The Mouth - Communication
- The Heart - Love
- The Loins are Fertility
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Poutama
- Spiral of knowledge.
- Refers to the stairway to
heaven by which the legendary figures, Tane and Tawhaki climbed to
retrieve the three baskets of knowledge.
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Taonga Meanings 
