(#MA-50) You are bidding on a beautifully hand carved pendant made of natural white bovine bone in the Maori style (Hei-matau) fish hook; classic style; 2-1/2" long x 1-1/8" wide, natural cow bone with flat/concave on back, specially wrapped on a 28" natural braided cotton cord, adjustable white bone beads to any length you need. Hook and necklace are woven together, not detachable. This shape represents strength, prosperity, abundance and fertility. Wearing it is a sign of respect for the sea and its creatures, so it is also regarded as a good luck charm providing protection and safety while traveling over water. It is also given as a mark of friendship and respect, for guy or gal to wear or give. The Maori people of New Zealand are the oldest known culture renowned for these graceful designs. WE SHIP WORLDWIDE, see the chart for postage to your country. Click on our Store tag for similar items.