{"product_id":"kawakawa-jade-mere-12-matte-finish-with-base-copy","title":"Medium Mere Greenstone Sculpture","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCarved from greenstone, this medium mere has a broad, smooth blade that tapers to a ridged handle, finished with a braided black cord. Deep forest green tones are marbled with lighter, mottled markings through the stone, and its soft satin finish brings out the natural depth of the greenstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eModelled after the traditional Māori mere once wielded by rangatira (chiefs), it symbolises courage, high status and spiritual power. Rooted in centuries of Māori tradition, the mere was historically used in both ceremony and close combat, embodying mana (spiritual energy) and leadership. Today, this revered form continues to represent unity, protection and respect, serving as a powerful cultural symbol and a meaningful connection to Aotearoa’s rich heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oceania","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67868601483417,"sku":"JF3706-L-B-01-ON","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0417\/3142\/4409\/files\/22303427_dfbccbbe-ec6a-460e-93c3-09a54ae63c04.jpg?v=1793330346","url":"https:\/\/www.arrowtownstonework.co.nz\/products\/kawakawa-jade-mere-12-matte-finish-with-base-copy","provider":"Arrowtown Stonework","version":"1.0","type":"link"}