HEI MATAU (Hook) with Bamboo Necklace represents prosperity and safety on the water.  Maori hooks vary from those actually used in fishing to the ornate which celebrated good fortune and the abundance of life in the sea.  This pendant is about 1 1/2 inches long and the necklace is approximately 20 inches long.   The necklace has sterling silver ends, 49 strand stainless steel plastic coated line, bamboo beads with a burnt on design and ocean jasper that comes from Madigascar.  The necklace is suitable to be worn under all conditions