Large Maori Manaia Heru Comb Twist The Haehae pattern is the

The Haehae pattern is the rows of carved ridges

Massage a small quantity onto the affected areas as often as required

and where the greenstone came from

It can also be engraved to mark a special occasion

Large Maori Manaia Heru Comb Twist The Haehae pattern is theThis Maori Heru Hair Comb is on the large side, measuring approximately 15cm (6") long, 3. 3cm (1 1 4") wide, and having 4 teeth. The top is beautifully decorated in the shape of a Manaia, the Maori provider and protector over land, sea and air. Its traditionally bird like head has a native paua shell eye. Paua shell is New Zealand's native abalone, with irridescent shades of blue, green, pink and purple. The heru is made from beef bone. Traditionally