Pounamu Double Twist 45mm by Alex Sands hand made All species except the tuatara

All species except the tuatara declined and eventually became extinct about 60 million years ago

Maori myths tell how the first Maori came to New Zealand on the back of a whale

Wood box crafted in New Zealand by Timber Arts

103cm x 42cm x 12cm

This order was well represented by many species during the age of the dinosaurs

Pounamu Double Twist 45mm by Alex Sands hand made All species except the tuataraNZ Pounamu Double Twist by Alex Sands On a waxed plaited nylon cord Adjustable length 45 x 15 x 5mm About the Twist: The double and triple twists depict two new shoots growing together it represents the joining of cultures, the bonding of friendship for life. The design shows the joining of two people in love or friendship for eternity, so makes a wonderful wedding or friendship gift. About Pounamu: No two pieces of pounamu are the same, and every