Black Pearl Havaiki Pendant Necklace Drum Variations in colors and sizes

Variations in colors and sizes occur due to nature of coconut husks

usually your knuckle (hold your hand straight and fold your thumb inside)

A black nylon cord is attached to adjust for just about anyone's preference

brown pigment made from the bark of the koka tree is rubbed across the patterns

The craft of weaving lauhala has been passed down throughout the generations from ancient Polynesia to todays local handicrafters

Black Pearl Havaiki Pendant Necklace Drum Variations in colors and sizesHavaiki is home to the original inhabitants of Polynesia the Maohi. Legend has it that all the islands of the South Pacific were settled by voyaging canoes originating from Havaiki. The black pearl shell was made into tools that the Maohi used to fish, and fashion into tools. We celebrate the natural beauty of the islands and feature Tahiti's national flower the Tahitian Gardenia. A natural and durable cotton necklace and clasp complete the island