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A collection of green gem stones hand fossicked from rivers in New Zealand's South Island. Some of these stones are New Zealand Greenstone or Pounamu; such as Nephrite Jade, Serpentine, Bowenite, and some are Leaverite (as in 'leave her right there, mate') or non precious. Can you tell the difference?
set of various rough black stones with names cutout on white background
set of various unpolished black rocks with names cutout on white background
macro shooting of specimen of natural mineral - tumbled Argillite stone isolated on white background
Close-up of a Rough Bowenite Serpentine Pounamu or Greenstone Tasman District Rock.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
set of various argillite stones (mudstone) cutout on white background
Close-Up of a Wet Rough Blue Tinged Tasman Serpentine Pounamu or Greenstone. Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
set of various polished brown rocks with names cutout on white background
set of various tumbled brown rocks with names cutout on white background
Large textured seaside argillite rock with quartz inclusions background
Large textured seaside argillite rock with quartz inclusions background
Close-Up of a Wet Rough Blue Tinged Tasman Serpentine Pounamu or Greenstone.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Natural specimen of argillite (claystone) rock, Astrakhan region.
a pristine Silverleaf Phacelia sitting amongst fragments of Grinnell Argillite (purple stones) and Appekunny Argillite (green stones) - fragments of ancient mudstone formed at least 1 billion years ago in Glacier National Park (Montana).Please see my other images of North American Landscapes and Nature by clicking on the LightBox link below... A>A
macro photography of natural mineral from geological collection - tumbled argillite (mudstone) stone on white background
macro photography of natural mineral from geological collection - polished argillite (mudstone) stone on white background
Close-up of a Rough Totoweka reddish brown streaked rare Nephrite Jade Pounamu or Greenstone found on a West Coast Beach.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Close-up of a Rough Totoweka reddish brown streaked rare Nephrite Jade Pounamu or Greenstone found on a West Coast Beach. Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Deposits rock of the Upper Devonian mudstone and siltstone horizon
Argillite mineral isolated on white backgroundArgillite mineral isolated on white background
Close-Up of a Wet Piece of Rough Bowenite Tangiwai Pounamu or Greenstone Rock. Parts of the rock have been cleaned to show the clear bluish tinged green rock shining through.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Close-up of a Rough Marsden Flower Nephrite Jade Pounamu or Greenstone found on a West Coast Beach.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Close-Up of a Wet Piece of Rough Bowenite Tangiwai Pounamu or Greenstone Rock. Parts of the rock have been cleaned to show the clear bluish tinged green rock shining through. Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Close-Up of a Wet Piece of Rough Bowenite Tangiwai Pounamu or Greenstone Rock. Parts of the rock have been cleaned to show the clear bluish tinged green rock shining through.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Close-up of a Rough Marsden Flower Nephrite Jade Pounamu or Greenstone found on a West Coast Beach.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Close-up of a Rough Marsden Flower Nephrite Jade Pounamu or Greenstone found on a West Coast Beach.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Close-up of a Rough Marsden Flower Nephrite Jade Pounamu or Greenstone found on a West Coast Beach. Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Close-up of a Rough Marsden Flower Nephrite Jade Pounamu or Greenstone found on a West Coast Beach.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Close-up of a Rough Marsden Flower Nephrite Jade Pounamu or Greenstone found on a West Coast Beach.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Close-Up of a Wet Piece of Rough Bowenite Tangiwai Pounamu or Greenstone Rock. Parts of the rock have been cleaned to show the clear bluish tinged green rock shining through.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Close-up of a Rough Marsden Flower Nephrite Jade Pounamu or Greenstone found on a West Coast Beach.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Balancing Rock is a huge argillite boulder on another flatter boulder along the Riverton coast. Southland, south island, New Zealand.
Arabian sea in Kerala. Picturesque cliffs, beaches promises an unforgettable holiday. Sea gave argillite rocks. Malabar Coast
A Close-up of a Rough Bowenite Tangiwai Pounamu or Greenstone Rock. Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Close-up of a Rough Bowenite Serpentine Pounamu or Greenstone Tasman District Rock.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Close-up of a Rough Bowenite Serpentine Pounamu or Greenstone Tasman District Rock.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Collection of Fossicked Rough Pounamu or Greenstone.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Collection of Fossicked Rough Pounamu or Greenstone.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Collection of Fossicked Rough Pounamu or Greenstone.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Collection of Fossicked Rough Pounamu or Greenstone.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Collection of Fossicked Rough Pounamu or Greenstone.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Collection of Fossicked Rough Pounamu or Greenstone.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Close-up of a Rough Bowenite Serpentine Pounamu or Greenstone Rock. Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Collection of Fossicked Rough Pounamu or Greenstone.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
A Collection of Fossicked Rough Pounamu or Greenstone. Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Close-Up of a Wet Piece of Rough Hydrogrossular Garnet Pounamu or Greenstone Rock.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Close-Up of a Wet Rough Blue Tinged Tasman Serpentine Pounamu or Greenstone.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Close-Up of a Wet Rough Blue Tinged Tasman Serpentine Pounamu or Greenstone.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
macro photography of natural mineral from geological collection - rough black argillite stone (mudstone) on white background
macro photography of natural mineral from geological collection - raw black argillite stone (mudstone) on white background
set of various mudstone rocks cutout stone on white background
A collection of green gem stones hand fossicked from rivers in New Zealand's South Island. Some of these stones are New Zealand Greenstone or Pounamu; such as Nephrite Jade, Serpentine, Bowenite, and some are Leaverite (as in 'leave her right there, mate') or non precious.
A collection of green gem stones hand fossicked from rivers in New Zealand's South Island. Some of these stones are New Zealand Greenstone or Pounamu; such as Nephrite Jade, Serpentine, Bowenite, and some are Leaverite (as in 'leave her right there, mate') or non precious.
Deposits rock of the Upper Devonian mudstone and siltstone horizon
Argillite mineral isolated on white background
A Close-up of a Rough Marsden Flower Nephrite Jade Pounamu or Greenstone found on a West Coast Beach.Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
Close-up of a Rough Unknown Pounamu or Greenstone found in the Tasman District. Fossicking for Pounamu or Greenstone is a both a cultural and Kiwi activity in New Zealand. Pounamu or Greenstone are several types of hard and durable stone found in the South Island of New Zealand; such as Nephrite Jade, Bowenite, Serpentine, Argillite and Hydrogrossular Garnet. Pounamu is only found in the South Island of New Zealand giving the South Island its name "Te Wai Pounamu". From the West Coast to the bottom of the South Island, Pounamu may only be fossicked for on the beach; but Bowenite, Serpentine, Hydrogrossular Garnet and Argillite are also found in the Nelson and Tasman Regions of the South Island.
