Hand carved New Zealand rainbow Pāua shell heart shaped pendant.

Hand carved New Zealand rainbow Pāua shell heart shaped pendant.Hand carved from genuine New Zealand Pua shell (Haliotis iris), these pendants take the shape of a heart, symbolising love, unity, and emotional connection. The natural iridescence of the shell shines with shifting blues, greens, and pinks, making each piece a vibrant little treasure from the ocean. Each pendant is strung on an adjustable waxed polyester cord, offering strength, comfort, and a casual, natural finish. Because no two shells are ever

Hand-carved from genuine New Zealand Pāua shell (Haliotis iris), these pendants take the shape of a heart, symbolising love, unity, and emotional connection. The natural iridescence of the shell shines with shifting blues, greens, and pinks, making each piece a vibrant little treasure from the ocean.

Each pendant is strung on an adjustable waxed polyester cord, offering strength, comfort, and a casual, natural finish. Because no two shells are ever alike, every heart has its own unique colour play and character — a truly one-of-a-kind pendant.

Science & Geology:
• Pāua is New Zealand’s species of abalone, celebrated worldwide for its striking rainbow nacre.
• Composed of aragonite crystals layered with protein, the structure of the shell bends light in a way that produces its famous iridescence.
• This process is called structural coloration, meaning each pendant gleams with its own unrepeatable rainbow.

Spiritual & Symbolic Meaning:
In Māori culture, Pāua is considered a taonga (treasure), often used to represent eyes in carvings — a symbol of watchfulness, protection, and the guiding spirit. As a heart, this pendant carries both the ocean’s energy and the essence of aroha (love). Spiritually, Pāua is believed to calm emotions, enhance intuition, and inspire creativity, making it both a beautiful adornment and a meaningful talisman.

Care Guide:
• Avoid harsh chemicals and prolonged soaking.
• Wipe gently with a soft cloth after wearing.
• Store away from direct sunlight to preserve the shell’s natural vibrancy.

Note:
Every heart pendant is one-of-a-kind, with natural variations in colour and pattern. If you’d like to pick from specific pieces in stock, just send me a message and I’ll be happy to help.