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This mask is hand-carved from oceanic rosewood on the island of Nuku Hiva

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The Marquesas Islands are home to the magnificent manta ray

a powerful and graceful in the waters of Hakaui Bay

Metau Tupuna tribal Request a custom order andMetau (hook) in Marquesan language is one of the most recognizable symbols of Polynesia. It contains significant cultural meaning as well as a sense of belonging to Oceania. The hook is a symbol of energy, strength, prosperity, abundance, and good luck. Since the Polynesian livelihood is very much dependent on the ocean waters, the fish hook necklace signifies deep respect and love towards the oceans. This ancestral hook was hand carved in oceania