In partnership with Henrique Pistil from the program Fish Man, broadcast by Canal OFF, ArtOuro & Gemas launches a new jewel for lovers of the sea! Follow the exclusive interview with Manuela Soares, the CEO of our store, who tells this whole story!
How it all began?
I've known Henrique Pistil for about 7 years. We met in a strategic planning consultancy project that he was carrying out at another company in which I am a partner, Inventta+bgi. At the time, I had the opportunity to learn more about his work as a human development coach. After this first job, we became friends and participated in some forums together, mostly about innovation and human development.
In 2014, I had another incredible opportunity to participate in the sea coaching, in Fernando de Noronha, with Henrique. I had already done other types of work with a focus on self-knowledge, but the sea coaching allowed me to enhance the reflection process through our behavior in the water, and with that I was able to better absorb the insights that work gives us. Henrique managed to unite self-knowledge + sports practice + a paradisiacal place! For me, as a diver, it was perfect!
And how did the idea for the jewel come about?
We were planning to do something together, each in their own field, when I had the idea of making a piece of jewelry for the Fish Man, and Henrique suggested the Maui Hook, as a symbol of the warrior of the sea. The goal was to convey courage and strength in the form of a pendant.
The project of the Maui Hook pendant has a lot of synergy with ArtOuro & Gemas has been operating in the field of precious stones and jewelry since 1986 and has as a value proposition offering personalized jewelry and valuing Brazilian gems. Just like every work of art, all our jewelry is handmade by our artisans, from stone cutting, goldsmithing, setting and polishing. Therefore, each piece is unique and exclusive!
The pendant
The purpose of this pendant is to be an amulet of strength and transmit good energy to Henrique! The pendant was produced in silver (25 grs), rhodium-plated. Rhodium is a precious metal, from the platinum family. Usually, it is used to give a white look, especially in white gold pieces. However, we decided to use the same process on silver, as it guarantees more shine and more resistance to the piece.
About the Maui Hook
The story of Maui Hook is based on an inspiring Hawaiian legend. In Hawaii, the local people usually use this pendant, the Maui Hook, or as the name says, “Maui hook”. That hook or hook has a very special message, and for that reason, other people have also joined this custom.
Maui is known as a hero in mythology, responsible for creating the Hawaiian Islands. Several legends have emerged about Maui, but there is a more common and well-known one as well. Legend has it that one day Maui went fishing with his brothers and throwing his hook, made from an ancestral bone, it got stuck at the bottom of the ocean and when they pulled it to the surface it rose thus creating the islands of Hawaii. On another occasion, Maui also lassoed the sun so that it would move more slowly and thus summer would last longer. The god would also have tried to steal immortality by killing the goddess of death. Through these adventures, Maui became known for his courage and strength.
Maui hook or hook is believed to bring good health, prosperity and peace. In addition, it has a strong meaning for the Hawaiian people, of strength, determination, plenty and abundance, and that is why it is used in hunting activities. It is also believed to bring good luck to travellers, surfers, fishermen and all those who live in the sea, providing security.
Did you like the legend of Maui and the meaning of the hook? And the pendant? Tell us in the comments and run to the store to order the your maui hook!
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