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Moko design (2nd of 2)

Moko design

One of Te Rauparaha’s distinguishing features was his incomplete moko (facial tattoo). This close-up of the design shows a section missing at the bottom right.

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Archives New Zealand - Te Rua Mahara o Te Kawanatanga
Reference: NZC 133, 24(1)

Permission of Archives New Zealand Te Rua Mahara o Te Kawanatanga must be obtained before any re-use of this material.

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Mīria Pōmare. 'Ngāti Toarangatira', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 2-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/ngati-toarangatira/3/1/2