This Nelson brecciated argillite toki has a softer, more organic presence than its sharper‑edged counterpart — shaped with a rounded, subtly scaled lower edge that gives the piece a gentler flow while still holding its strength.
 
The stone itself is a beautiful example of Nelson’s brecciated argillite, where deep charcoal tones meet lighter mineral seams, creating natural patterns that feel almost like shifting terrain or ancient maps etched in stone. Brecciation is a geological process where broken fragments of rock are naturally fused back together by minerals over long periods of time. This creates the distinctive mosaic-like patterns and flowing veins within the stone, giving each piece its own character and making brecciated argillite especially admired for its raw, expressive beauty.
 
Carved in the traditional toki form — inspired by the adze blade — this pendant carries the symbolism of strength, capability, and purposeful action. The softened lower edge adds a sense of approachability and balance, blending resilience with a more fluid, grounded energy.
Finished with a hand-tied black cord binding, the design keeps the focus on the stone’s natural artistry. With high-quality brecciated Nelson argillite becoming increasingly scarce, pieces like this stand as rare, one-of-a-kind expressions of the land.