Kent Online

19th century Hei-Tiki pendant sells at auction in Folkestone

A rare pendant made from whale bone has sold at auction for more than three times the guide price. The small Hei-Tiki pendant, which dates back to the 19th century, has sold for a whopping £4,500. The ...
The New Zealand Herald

'Ongoing colonisation': Māori hei-tiki pendant sells for $50,000 at Christie's auction in Paris

University of Auckland Associate Professor Ngarino Ellis, who specialises in Māori art history, said hei-tiki pendants were sought after for "tribal collections". Photo / Supplied A hei-tiki pendant ...
The New Zealand Herald

Māori artefacts, including rare hei tiki estimated at nearly $500k, under the hammer in NY

This "exceptional and rare" hei tiki is described as one of the finest examples of its kind ever to be offered for sale. Photo / Supplied A collection of historical Māori artefacts, including an ...
Stuff.co.nz

Mystery of the classic tiki

A teeny tiny tiki is the latest addition to Boh Runga's jewellery range. According to the singer and jewellery designer, her version of the hei tiki is a stylised tribute to the mysterious icon. Cast ...