VTG Handmade OOAK Native Hawaiian Lava Rock Poi Pounder/ Pestle Polynesian 9in

VTG Handmade OOAK Native Hawaiian Lava Rock Poi Pounder/ Pestle Polynesian 9in This is an item of great cultural significance to the Hawaiian people. Exact age unknown. Source, Akina ohana lineage of Molokai, a family heirloom. Hand carved from Hawaiian Lava Rock. Heavy and large at 9 inches tall. Traditionally used to pound taro (kalo) root into poi, a staple of the Polynesian diet, it can be used to crush roots and herbs for medicinal use. With aloha, from my ohana to yours. Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions before purchase! Mahalo