Greenstone Jade Maori Mere-18cm (7") with Stand

Manufactured from finest quality NZ Nephrite (jade) with the carved base made from NZ native hardwood. The base is approximately 17cm.

Length:7"/18cm
This jade mere is ornamental of a larger version used for both ceremonial and fighting purposes by Maori warriors. The Maori 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.

Ref. 606