Taonga from the Moana

In Māori tikanga, paua (abalone) is a taonga of the moana — a treasure gifted by Tangaroa, atua of the sea. Its iridescent shimmer is said to carry the mauri (life force) of the ocean, making it one of the most sacred and beloved materials in Māori art and adornment.

These hand-crafted paua shell earrings bring that wairua (spirit) into your everyday wear. Each piece is shaped from genuine mother of pearl, catching the light with a luminous, colour-shifting glow that is uniquely its own.

A Hole for Your Story

Each earring features a hole at the base — designed to hold a mauri stone, feather, or other taonga meaningful to you. Personalise your pair and wear your whakapapa close.