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A Mere (specifically a Mere Pounamu) is a traditional close-range striking weapon of the Māori in New Zealand, made entirely from New Zealand jade (pounamu or greenstone). It is flat, tear-drop shaped and rounded, and is regarded as the highest symbol of status for chiefs and warriors

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Ein Mere (spezifisch Mere Pounamu) ist eine traditionelle, Kurzdistanz-Schlagwaffe der Māori in Neuseeland, die vollständig aus neuseeländischer Jade (Pounamu oder Greenstone) gefertigt ist. Es ist flach, tränenförmig abgerundet und gilt als das höchste Statussymbol für Häuptlinge und Krieger


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Greenstone - Greenstone Mere - Maori - New Zealand

Late 20th century - Nephrite jade - Excellent condition

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A Mere Pounamu, a traditional Māori short-range striking weapon made entirely of New Zealand nephrite jade (greenstone), dating from the late 20th century, original and in excellent condition.

Greenstone - Greenstone Mere - Maori - New Zealand

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A Mere Pounamu, a traditional Māori short-range striking weapon made entirely of New Zealand nephrite jade (greenstone), dating from the late 20th century, original and in excellent condition.

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