Aotea Earrings
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- $410.00
- Sale price
- $410.00
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Elegant and beautifully understated, these Aotea drop earrings are handcrafted from rare Aotea stone, showcasing the delicate natural colours and distinctive character of one of Aotearoa’s rarest stones. Featuring long, slender stone drops suspended from delicate gold-toned hooks, this refined pair combines contemporary minimalist design with the exceptional natural beauty of genuine New Zealand stone.
Found exclusively in South Westland, Aotea is prized for its remarkable combination of blue, green and cream tones, with natural mineral patterns that make every piece unique. The soft pale green and creamy white colouring throughout these earrings is complemented by subtle turquoise-blue highlights and delicate earthy brown veining. Each stone displays its own distinctive variations in colour and marbling, creating a beautifully balanced pair. Their elegant, elongated form and smooth polished finish offer a timeless and sophisticated design, perfect for both everyday wear and special occasions.
Westland Greenstone is the only retail store in New Zealand authorised to sell Aotea stone, reflecting the special relationship of Kāti Māhaki ki Makaawhio as kaitiaki of this rare taonga and their commitment to protecting its cultural significance and provenance.
- Genuine Aotea stone from South Westland
- Elegant, elongated drop earring design
- Beautiful natural pale green, turquoise blue and cream colouring
- Delicate earthy mineral veining and unique natural marbling
- Smooth, polished finish with gently rounded ends
- Delicate gold-toned hook fittings
- Subtle, individual colour variations in each earring
- Made in New Zealand
- Exclusively available through Westland Greenstone
Our pounamu is sourced from Te Tai Poutini, the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island—the ancestral home of pounamu.
Each piece is selected for its natural beauty before being shaped and finished by skilled carvers. From deep greens and rich earthy tones to delicate patterns and areas of translucency, every piece reflects the character of the stone from which it was created.
We are proud to offer genuine New Zealand pounamu, chosen and crafted to become a taonga that can be worn, treasured and passed down through generations.
Pounamu is a natural stone formed over millions of years, so no two pieces are exactly alike. Variations in colour, pattern, texture, inclusions and translucency are part of its unique character—not imperfections.
Some of our photographs show the exact piece available, while others represent the wider design or collection. Where an individually photographed piece is not specified, the pounamu you receive may differ slightly from the images shown. Its shape and overall design will remain consistent, but the natural qualities of the stone will make it uniquely yours.
Pounamu is renowned for its strength and durability, but every carved piece should still be treated with care.
Clean your taonga gently using warm water and a soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemicals and abrasive cleaning products. Take care not to drop it onto hard surfaces, as fine areas and detailed carvings may be vulnerable to impact.
If your piece has a cord, binding or metal fitting, check it regularly for signs of wear—particularly when worn every day. We also recommend removing jewellery before swimming, showering or taking part in activities where it may be caught or damaged.
With thoughtful care, your pounamu can be treasured for many years and passed on to future generations.
We carefully inspect and package every order before it leaves us. Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive tracking information so you can follow its journey.
Delivery timeframes vary depending on your location and are calculated at checkout. Please ensure your delivery details are correct before completing your order. International customers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes or import charges that may apply in their country.
If your order arrives damaged or there is a problem with your purchase, please contact us as soon as possible with your order number and photographs of the item and packaging. For change-of-mind returns or exchanges, please refer to our Returns Policy for eligibility, timeframes and instructions.
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