INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). A highly prized species, Macassar Ebony contains beautiful color in a hard to find exotic wood! These turning squares have been air drying for a year and contain residual moisture as of November 2018. Each wood blank may have a sapwood edge present. These wonderful pieces are ready to go home with you!

The Latin name for Macassar Ebony is Diospryus celibica. Diospyros, in Latin, originally meant “fruit of the God’s” and is referenced in Ezekiel 27:15. A wood of great importance World wide that has been used by many Kings, Macassar Ebony is also known as Golden Ebony for the black stripes overlaying golden tones. It is an extremely dense wood that is difficult to work and has a dulling effect on tools. Uses include: veneer, musical instruments, inlay, tool handles, pens, bottle stoppers, and carving. Our Ebony arrives in squared logs “cants” that are up to 10' x 14? x 14? or as small as 3' x 3? x 4? billets. Carefully dried & ready to use.

INCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color/grain to expect). Nice light & dark color contrast. Dry and ready to use! Skill level: Intermediate.

A highly prized species, Macassar Ebony contains beautiful color in a hard to find exotic wood! These turning squares have been air drying for a year and contain residual moisture as of March 2021. Each wood blank may have a sapwood edge present. These wonderful pieces are ready to go home with you!