Is it legal to sell Moa Bone
Think selling Moa bone is illegal? So did I.
Then I was offered some—and decided to check the facts.
According to a Department of Conservation discussion paper, selling Moa bone artefacts is legal—unless the bone comes from DOC land or a registered archaeological site.
DOC says:
"Moa bones found naturally in swamps on private land are not protected. Gathering them is lawful, with landowner consent."
The Moa bone I use comes from a private swamp property. Provenance available to any approved authority on request.
My take?
That bone could sit forgotten in my workshop gathering dust.
Or it could become a piece of art that keeps reminding us of the Moa—and what we lost.
Until the law changes, I've chosen the latter.
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This truly unique Ball Point Pen is Handmade from seasoned 100year old spalted Gorse harvested from the Waitati area.
The metal fittings are gold plated titanium and take a readily available Cross style refill.
This pen would make a wonderfully unique Birthday gift or Christmas gift. the price includes a stylish presentation case.
At a small additional cost I can supply this in a wooden case, the lid of which can be engraved with your own personal message.
This truely unique Ball Point Pen is Handmade from seasoned 100year old spalted Gorse harvested from the Waitati area.
The metal fittings are gold plated titanium and take a readily avaliable Cross style refill.
This pen would make a wonderfully unique Birthday gift or Christmas gift. the price includes a stylish presentation case.
At a small additional cost I can supply this in a wooden case, the lid of which can be engraved with your own personal message.
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Refill: Cross type of medium thickness
Length: 13cm
Diameter: 1cm
Weight: 24g
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All my pens come to you in an attractive clear acrylic presentation case.
Material: New Zealand gorse wood. Premium quality Gold plated components.
Refill: Cross type of medium thickness
Length: 13cm
Diameter: 1cm
Weight: 24g
A beautifully handcrafted pen made from New Zealand Gorse. The pen is adorned with a very stylish 24ct Gold plated components and has a natural finish to highlight the very attractive carved twist and exquisite grain.
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All my pens come to you in an attractive clear acrylic presentation case.
Material: New Zealand gorse wood. Premium quality 24ct Gold plated components.
Refill: Cross type of medium thickness
Length: 13cm
Diameter: 1cm
Weight: 24g
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