Carved Paua Shell Brooch. We use only the highest quality natural paua shell. No Dyes or artificial colours.
Paua Te Koha a Tangaroa
The Gift of the God of the Sea
Paua is unique to New Zealand. The most colorful species of Abalone. Regarded by New Zealanders past and present as a taonga or treasure. Maori legend has it that paua was a special gift from Tangaroa, the God of the Sea.
Rei Jewellery exclusively uses gem quality natural paua shell when creating our designs.
Our " Flying Bird" Hand Carved Paua Shell Brooch (6055bx)
6055BX
Hand carved paua shell brooch. ( Total length 7 cm ) Paua Shell is the most special shell in the world. Found only in New Zealand. Colour that varies from green & pinks to purples & blues, and even some shell with gold &crimsons. Colour that changeswhen view from different angles. Each shell is different in its colour toning, which makes each piece of our jewellery unique.
RETURN AND REFUND POLICY
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed!60 day right of return if you are not completely satisfied.
Paua Jewellery Care
Paua shell is high quality nacre, the same material as pearls. DO NOT use chemical cleaning dips, as these can eat into the natural shell. Gentel polishing with silver polish or a silver polishing cloth will restore the lustre and shine.
What is Paua?
Paua is a species of abalone (Haliotis iris), with a very special shell. Paua The Gift of the God of the Sea. Paua is unique to New Zealand. The most colourful species of Abalone. Regarded by New Zealanders past and present as a taonga or treasure. Maori legend has it that paua was a special gift from Tangaroa, the God of the Sea.
Rei Jewellery exclusively uses gem quality, natural paua shell when creating our designs.
Each piece captures a unique essence of New Zealand.