Island Design 21st Birthday Key – Tongan Sila | Handcrafted Tulip Wood Keepsake | Made in New Zealand - WM439MOPTS

Celebrate a special 21st birthday with this beautifully handcrafted Island Design 21st Birthday Key, a timeless keepsake that honours Tongan heritage, family, and one of life's most significant milestones. Lovingly handcrafted in New Zealand by skilled Te Arawa Māori carvers, this impressive ceremonial key combines traditional Pacific Island artistry with exceptional craftsmanship, creating a meaningful gift that will be treasured for generations.

Expertly carved from premium Tulip Wood, the key features intricate Polynesian-inspired patterns surrounding two decorative circular panels. One showcases a white insert featuring the Tongan Sila (Coat of Arms), proudly representing Tongan identity, heritage, and tradition, while the second holds a large oval photo frame, allowing you to personalise the key with a treasured photograph of the birthday celebrant.

The beautifully finished blade is highlighted by a stunning Mother of Pearl Paua Shell "21" inlay, symbolising this once-in-a-lifetime milestone. Additional paua shell accents are set throughout the carved border, adding brilliant natural blue and green tones that contrast beautifully against the rich timber grain.

Elegant carved detailing along the blade includes flowing ocean-inspired patterns and a crescent moon motif, reflecting the connection between the Pacific Ocean, family traditions, and new beginnings. The generous blank section of the blade provides ample space for optional personalised name engraving, making this keepsake even more unique and memorable.

Complete with a gold-tone hanging chain, this decorative key is designed to be proudly displayed in the home long after the birthday celebrations have ended.

Because every key is individually handcrafted from natural timber and genuine shell, each piece features its own unique wood grain, colour variations, and paua shell patterns, ensuring no two are exactly alike.

Features

• Handcrafted Island Design 21st Birthday Key

• Made in New Zealand by skilled Te Arawa Māori carvers

• Crafted from premium Tulip Wood

• Rich hand-finished timber stain

• White circular insert featuring the Tongan Sila (Coat of Arms)

• Large oval photo frame for a personal photograph

• Beautiful Polynesian-inspired carved detailing

• Genuine Mother of Pearl frangipani flower inlays

• Large Paua Shell "21" inlay

• Decorative Paua Shell accents along the blade

• Carved ocean wave and crescent moon design

• Gold-tone hanging chain included

• Ready for wall display

• Blank section suitable for personalised engraving

• Every key is individually handcrafted, making each one unique

Specifications

• Material: Premium Tulip Wood

• Origin: Made in New Zealand

• Crafted By: Te Arawa Māori Carvers

• Design: Island Design – Tongan Sila (Coat of Arms)

• Overall Length: 68 cm

• Height: 19 cm

• Thickness: 2 cm

• Photo Shape: Oval

• Hanging Method: Gold-tone chain

• Display: Wall Hanging

• Finish: Hand stained and polished timber

• Inlays: Mother of Pearl Frangipani & Genuine Paua Shell

• Occasion: 21st Birthday

Personalisation

Make this special gift even more meaningful by adding the recipient's name.

The blank section on the key blade can be professionally engraved with a name, creating a one-of-a-kind keepsake to celebrate their 21st birthday.

Name Engraving: $30.00 Additional

Please allow approximately 3 working days for engraving.