This is a very pretty acorn shaped box made out of Desert Ironwood (Olneya tesota) with Mora (Maclura tinctorus) cap.  Desert Ironwood is probably the nicest looking wood from North America,  very hard, heavy, polished up to a glassy finish and the swirly grain shimmers like gold.  The wood is heavy and will sink in water.  The American Indian believes that the wood will bring luck and good health to the people who carries it.  I am already feeling very lucky to have a few nice pieces to work with!  The brown Mora cap adds contrast and visual interest to this already lustrous acorn.

A nice box for your valuables. The screw-on cap ensures that your content is secured, good for  small jewelry, keepsake... Thought the ages, people has given out acorns as a symbol of prosperity and luck. This one is a unique gift.

Dimension (largest diameter x height): 2-3/8" x 2-5/8"

PLEASE READ:
-- All wood turned items were hand made and/or hand threaded on a lathe. Hardwood threaded inserts were used for woods that do not accept threading well
-- The item was sanded to 1200 grid for a mirror finish and sealed with a food-safe varnish, if applicable. For hard, fine grained wood with a natural shine, only wax/oil was applied
-- Each piece offered is a unique item. The design may be repeated but the dimension and wood combination, and or decorative accent will be different
-- Artist signature and catalog number will be inscribed on the item
-- I ship via USPS First Class mail (or Priority Mail if requested). Combined shipping is the highest shipping cost plus $2 for each additional item. Free shipping for 5 or more items purchased at the same time