Maori stone mahe with lashing groove and inscription

A pre 19th century Maori stone mahe (sinker). Large suspension…
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A pre 19th century Maori stone mahe (sinker). Large suspension hole to tapering top. Lashing groove to underside. '206 Wainui Bay' in white ink to side. Width 24 cm

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