Should Pakeha Wear Pounamu?

This permits students to wear greenstone or bone carvings as part of its "Treaty of Waitangi obligations". ... But it does not allow any other necklaces except the Christian cross and the Jewish star of David, and they must be kept out of sight on a long chain.

Is it OK to wear pounamu?

Wear your Pounamu against your skin as often as possible. It will naturally absorb oils from your skin that will help maintain its polish and it will become a holder of your wairua. Your taonga can be oiled with any natural household oils or fats such as olive oil, coconut oil, vegetable oil or tallow.

Is it bad luck to buy greenstone for yourself?

And this tradition of gifting pounamu as a symbol of our respect, admiration or love for another continues today. However whether you are buying a pounamu taonga for a loved one or yourself, you will be ok. It will not bring you bad luck. You are not disrespecting any ancient cultural practises or traditions.