{"product_id":"matau-gift-box","title":"Matau Gift Box NZ Wooden Fish Hook Keepsake","description":"\u003cp\u003eMatau gift box is a beautifully crafted wooden slider box featuring a detailed Matau fish hook inlay made with wood and pearl shell. Inspired by traditional Māori symbolism the Matau design is associated with prosperity strength and protection when travelling over water. This distinctive keepsake combines a practical wooden gift box with meaningful New Zealand inspired design making it suitable for gifting displaying or storing small treasured items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Matau gift box measures approximately 101mm x 77mm which is around 4 inches x 3 inches. Its practical rectangular size provides enough space for small personal items while remaining compact enough for easy display. The wooden slider design gives the box a simple and functional opening while the Matau inlay provides an attractive focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Matau or fish hook is an important symbol in Māori culture and is connected with the strong relationship Māori people have traditionally had with the sea and fishing. The fish hook represents ideas including prosperity strength and protection particularly when travelling over water. These meanings make the design especially appropriate as a meaningful gift or personal keepsake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Matau gift box also connects with the traditional concept of a Wakahuia. A Wakahuia is a sacred vessel or container designed to carry and protect important objects. The protective purpose of a traditional vessel is reflected in the practical design of this wooden slider box which can be used to keep small treasured belongings together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of wood and pearl shell creates a distinctive appearance that makes this box suitable for people who appreciate New Zealand inspired craftsmanship and symbolic designs. The Matau inlay provides a strong visual feature while the natural wooden construction gives the box a warm and timeless appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Matau gift box can make a thoughtful present for birthdays anniversaries celebrations or other meaningful occasions. It can also be kept as a personal souvenir or displayed as a decorative reminder of New Zealand culture and traditional symbolism. Its compact dimensions make it suitable for a shelf desk cabinet or other display area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe slider opening makes the box practical for storing small keepsakes jewellery special objects or other personal belongings. The 101mm x 77mm size offers useful storage without making the box bulky. Free postal delivery worldwide is included with this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose this Matau gift box when you want a meaningful New Zealand inspired keepsake that combines traditional symbolism with a practical wooden design. The Matau fish hook inlay gives the box a distinctive character while its compact construction makes it suitable for gifting storing and displaying treasured items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aeon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67006620533107,"sku":"7.14g","price":82.11,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/9846\/1299\/files\/714g.jpg?v=1790629244","url":"https:\/\/chrisandsally.shop\/products\/matau-gift-box","provider":"chrisandsally","version":"1.0","type":"link"}