Greenstone Jade Maori Mere-34cm (13.5")

Description   Greenstone Jade Maori Mere-34cm (13.5") - Maori were very skilful fighters with the club. Length:13.5"/34cm This jade mere is ornamental of a larger version used as ceremonial as well as a fighting club by Maori warriors. The Maori warriors were very skilful fighters with the club and, when they used it, would lunge the mere forward in a stabbing motion, directing the rounded, sharp, edge towards the forehead in an attempt to break the skull and destroy the brain. Manufactured from finest quality NZ Nephrite (jade). A carved base made from NZ native hardwood is included. The base is approximately 17cm. Ref. 602 All greenstone mere.   Details   SKU: S060D Weight: 1.40 kg Price: $680.00 NZD [convert]   (Notify me when the price drops)   Options   Choose a finish:  Matt Polished   ADD TO CART