The version of the ear pendant, the kapeu, has a slight bend at the bottom. It was highly prized and a sign of high rank in Māori society. The chief featured on the New Zealand coat of arms wears a kapeu.
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What is the meaning of kapeu?
Paddy Cooper (not verified)
23 October 2014
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