Ika is the Māori word for fish (any aquatic animal in fresh or salt water). A tapu (sacred) activity, Māori fishermen would offer prayers to Tangaroa and other gods, and when they caught the first fish they would return it to the sea, to thank Tangaroa. (Source: Te Ara )
Sterling silver lightweight Ika, with engraved scales and a kinetic tail. Suspended from a 45cm/18 inch sterling silver chain, with a hook closure.
Lagoon Ika: Sterling silver, hand painted with porcelain paint
The porcelain paint is water and scratch resistant.
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