Category: Authenticity
Understand how to tell if pounamu is real, how it is sourced, and what to look for when assessing authenticity and quality.
Feb
08
Where Pounamu Is Found: Natural Sources in New Zealand
Where Pounamu Is Found Pounamu is found naturally only in Aotearoa New Zealand. Its locations are closely tied to the South Island, known traditionally as Te Waipounamu, meaning the waters of greenstone. The places where pounamu occurs are not just geological sites, but culturally significant landscapes connected to Māori history, movement, and guardianship. Te Waipounamu […]