JEWELLERY, DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS AUCTION Tuesday, 27 October 2026 / 10:00 am start

An early Māori hoanga (grinding/sharpening stone),

Estimate $180 - $360

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Lot Details

with two hemispherical worn indentations, significant wear evident as possible indication of use as a grinding surface. L.395mm. Registered Y22041.

An early Māori hoanga (grinding/sharpening stone), Image 1++
An early Māori hoanga (grinding/sharpening stone), Image 1++
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