Klaske Buys Maori Greenstone Jade Pendants     Jewellery, Maori Art, Gifts       Although Klaske is of Dutch origin her pieces incorporate a strong Aotearoa New Zealand theme which reflect her use of Jade, or, as it is known in New Zealand, Pounamu or Greenstone. Because there are regional variations to the colour of Pounamu, Klaske's pieces may have dark or light tonings depending on what is available at the time of ordering. Klaske also points out that because each piece is handcrafted, there may be some variation in size. All the neck pendants listed for sale are hung from braided and waxed polyester cords.