WhenMeghan Marklestepped out for herfinal day on the royal tour, she debuted a large green stone around her neck that holds special meaning.
The Pounama, which is only found in the South Island of New Zealand, is a valued stone that has spiritual significance.
According to thedesigner’s website, each piece holds it’s own mana (integrity, strength), denoting status and power. Pounamu is traditionally handed down as a valued heirloom or given as a gift to affirm relationships, peace, love and safe journeys.
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On their final day of appearances in New Zealand before heading back to London, the royal parents-to-be visited Te Papaiouru Marae for a formal pōwhiri and luncheon in their honor. A pōwhiri is a traditional Māori welcoming ceremony involving speeches, dancing, singing and the hongi.WhenMeghan Marklestepped out for her final day on the royal tour, she debuted a large green stone around her neck that held special meaning.
According to the designer’s website, each piece holds it’s own mana (integrity, strength), denoting status and power. Pounamu is traditionally handed down as a valued heirloom or given as a gift to affirm relationships, peace, love and safe journeys/life.
On their final day of appearances in New Zealand before heading back to London, the royal parents-to-be visited Te Papaiouru Marae for a formal pōwhiri and luncheon in their honor. A pōwhiri is a traditional Māori welcoming ceremony involving speeches, dancing, singing and the hongi.
The royal couple will also greet fans during their last walkabout of the tour later in the day before concluding their final day with a trip to the Redwoods, where they will take a tree walk.
source: people.com
