Artisan Tahitian Maoa Taratoni Pendant Style:Pae Eye catching patterns and the

Eye catching patterns and the rustling sound as the wearer moves

It is used to create the rhythm of the chant and dancers of the hula

until the desired depth is reached

usually carved with traditional Samoan motifs

Artisan Tahitian Maoa Taratoni Pendant Style:Pae Eye catching patterns and theIt's amazing what you can find in the crystal clear lagoons of the French Polynesian islands. One unique shell you might find is the somewhat large Maoa Taratoni (Burgau), which is a relative of the Turbo shells found throughout the world. The thick shell is camouflaged against the coral reefs and has several different color layers. Carvers love this material as it is unique at every layer. Colors can range from the typical mother of pearl colors to