Title: New Zealand Long-tailed Bat Ring
Homeland Collection
Dimensions of Band:
Height of Bat (top of wings to tail): 14mm
(band tapers to 6mm wide at back of ring for comfort)
Diameter of Stone: 5mm
Size: L, M, N, P, Q, S, T, U
Please note: Larger sizes S - U are made with a thicker band at the back of the ring
Materials:
Sterling Silver, Stones available: Moonstone, Garnet or Iolite
Please note: Iolite is currently out of stock
Bats, or Pekapeka in Maori, are New Zealand's only native land mammal. There were once three species of Bats in New Zealand although one of these is thought now to be extinct.
The long-tailed bat, once common in New Zealand in the 1800's, is classed as critical and vulnerable, although they can be found in small numbers throughout the Mainland and various surrounding islands. A petite species of bat, their bodies are similar in size to that of a human thumb, weighing only around 8-11 grams. They can be spotted at dusk if you know where to look for them.
An ancient symbol in many cultures the bat can symbolize good luck, longevity and happiness.
The N.Z Long-tailed Bat Ring is hand carved and crafted in Sterling Silver and features either a Moonstone, Garnet or Iolite set into it's belly.
Includes a Steph Lusted Jewellery printed jewellery box.
