This is a very pretty acorn shaped box made out of Sea Hibiscus (Hibiscus tiliaceus) with Katalox (Swartzia cubensis) cap. A relative of Blue Mahoe, Sea Hibiscus also have the interesting dusty purple color. The species oftens grow along seashore and is showy with bright yellow blooms. The wood is fine grain, with dark streaks and subtle color variations. It is relatively rare, since it is not a commercial wood. The cap also has a dark purple hue. Katalox is also called Mexican Royal Ebony, a fine hardwood in it's own right. This acorn with it's unique hue and shimmering sheen really confused my camera. The color is very hard to capture accurately. A purple tone acorn, any one?

This is a nice box for your valuables. The screw-on cap makes this box extra special and ensures that your content is secured, good for jewelry, keepsake... Thought the ages, people has given out acorns as a symbol of prosperity and luck. This one is a unique gift for the "hard to give" people on your list!

Dimension (largest diameter x height): 1-7/8" x 2"

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 and 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

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