This is a very pretty acorn shaped box made out of Ohia-Lehua (Metrosideros polymorpha) with Macadamia (Macadamia integrifolia) cap. Ohia Lehua is a tree associated with Hawaiian legend concerning a pair of lovers and a jealous, bullying Goddess. I love gnarly trees so Ohia still looks smashingly handsome to me in his tree form. A stand of Ohia Lehue in full bloom is a magnificent sight. It is a tough species, often the first to take root on new lava fields. The wood has an interesting purplish hue with subtle color streaks, hard, heavy and polished up nicely. The cross-cut Macadamia nut cap adds visual interest with its pattern. I like this combination of wood: they looks like they belongs to each other, like the Lehua flower on the Ohia tree.

A nice box for your valuables. The screw-on cap makes this nature inspired box extra special and ensures that your content is secured, good for jewelry, keepsake... Through 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" x 2-3/8"

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 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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