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Koa and Mother of Pearl Tag Pendant Necklace

Regular price$89.00
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Our Dog tag design combines our favorite elements (Koa wood and blue Mother of Pearl) to create the perfect reminder of life here in Hawaii. The elements are protected in a surgical grade stainless steel pendant whose design I drew up on my desk so you won't find it elsewhere. The symbolic pattern design around the outer-band is a symbol of ohana (family) in a united effort of support.

  • Thoughtful gift, Beautifully packaged, Ready to give...you just tell the story...you know, roses are red, koa is brown...blah blah
  • Free Shipping and Quick Delivery...we make a bunch, send them from Hawaii to our shipping peeps in NC, they ship next business day, for the win!
  • No WORRIES Exchange policy! doesn't fit? hate it? We make it easy with our automated support portal
  • Easy Sizing...1.75x 5/8" wide Stainless Pendant, 23" Chain

The pendant is available with a 23" color matched chain that is 2.5mm thick stainless steel. A great size that presents below the collar...not that you wear one of course...but it's good to know it will display prominently on your chest, not choke your neck..

  • Free and Quick Shipping...we make a bunch, send them from Hawaii to our shipping peeps in NC, they ship next business day...for the WIN!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Koa and Mother of Pearl Tag Pendant Necklace?

A dog-tag-style pendant that combines our two favorite elements — curly Hawaiian Koa wood and blue mother-of-pearl — set in surgical-grade stainless steel. This design was drawn up on my desk here in Honolulu, so you won't find it elsewhere. The symbolic pattern around the outer band represents ohana (family) — a united effort of support. 1.75" x 5/8" pendant on a 23" color-matched chain that sits below the collar.

Is the pendant life-proof and waterproof?

Yes — designed life-proof from day one. The Koa wood inlay is sealed under a clear epoxy resin that locks out water, sweat, sunscreen, and daily wear. The frame is surgical-grade stainless steel — hypoallergenic and corrosion-proof. Shower, swim, and live in it. Rinse with fresh water after saltwater and dry.

What makes Pono jewelry different from other Koa pieces?

Everything you see here was drawn up on my desk here in Honolulu, so you won't find our designs anywhere else. I love to take inspiration from the beauty and culture that surrounds us here.

What's special about the Hawaiian Koa wood?

We use only the most rare and beautiful "curly" grained Koa from the Big Island of Hawaii — the tightest curl density is what makes the wood look like it's moving in the light. Pictures really can't do it justice. I waited 10 years for the current log of curly Koa. The wood is sustainably harvested from dead or dying trees on private land — no live-tree harvesting — and hand-finished in our shop in Honolulu.

Do you offer exchanges? Is it gift-ready?

Yes — no-worries exchanges on everything. If it doesn't fit, isn't quite right, or you just want to swap it, our automated support portal makes the exchange easy and free. Every piece ships beautifully packaged and ready to give, so it's an easy gift…you just tell the story.

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Dada (Coram, US)

I’m very happy with my purchase.
Thank you 🤙🏼

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Bryan Hamilton (Columbus, US)

Really pleased with how it looks, wears, and feels. It’s a great compliment to my koa inlay ring. The whole process from product purchase to receipt was simple. 5 stars

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Darin George (Palmetto, US)
Pendants for the family.

Great experience with Pono Woodworks! I wish more purchases could go this smooth. Brett was very communicative with regards to my custom order, and ultimately delivered a grand-slam, out of the park effort when it came to my order. The pendants were a huge hit with the family, and have not come off their necks since opening. Thank you Brett and the Pono Woodworks team for a cool product and wonderful experience.

Mahalo nui loa,

Darin