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Other Title: A nga paua
Summary: Includes information on the biology of several paua species, differing shell grades, restrictions on collecting and the traditional use of paua shell. Looks at on conceptual designs for pendants and jewellery, touching on the significance of designs such as dolphins, whales and whale flukes, cats and dogs, native animals, the koru, the silver fern, fish-hooks, circles and some astrological and religious signs. Advises on working with hand-tools and power-tools, safety issues, buying and selling paua and New Zealand paua shell suppliers