10cm long, Kōkopu pounamu is a distinctive variety of New Zealand greenstone (nephrite jade). It’s named after the kōkopu, a native freshwater fish, because its appearance often resembles the fish’s speckled skin.
Characteristics
Colouring: Typically an olive to mossy green base, patterned with lighter or darker speckles and mottled markings.
Texture: Can vary from fine-grained and even to more marbled, depending on the source.
Look: Its dotted or spotty look gives it a lively, organic feel, often compared to water ripples or the scales of 
Modern carving: Many artists prize it for its natural, eye-catching patterns which can make each piece uniquely expressive.