





The necklace and the pendant with diverse forms like fishhooks , spirals , animals , human figures and abstract forms are very popular in the Polynesia. Used by a great part of the population, is one of the favorite ornaments especially for the youngest. The main significance of this object is to give protection to its owner (amulet), There are three different reasons to wear an amulet of this kind: protection, identification and for mere ornamentation. In ancient times these amulets had the same purpose and were even more used. Their mystic qualities of protection were more present in the beliefs, life and mind of the Polynesian people.