Yin-Yang Paua Shell Pendant In Silver

Moari inspired, sterling silver spiral wave design pendant inlaid with natural paua shell. Pendant is presented on 18 inch sterling silver chain. Perfect for harmonising with other pieces in the Paua Shell and Abalone range.

This Yin - yang pendant represents the positive and negative of the koru. the space between, the empty space, balances that which is there. The Koru is a recurring symbol throughout New Zealand art. It derives directly from the unfurling of the youg fern frond.

Pendant 26mm diameter, chain 455mm

This incredibly beautiful shell comes from the coastal waters of New Zealand and surprisingly belongs to a sea snail. In its watery home the snail wouldn’t even rate a second glance but when its protective lime outer layer is removed an amazing array of blue, green and purple shimmering shades are revealed. The Maoris have always treasured the Paua not only for its fantastic shell that it used as inlay in carvings but also for its tasty meat. Because of this fishing is now strictly controlled and although shells may be picked from the beach, divers can only use snorkels and even then there is a limit to the amount that can be taken to prevent over fishing.