This is a very pretty acorn shaped box made out of Cocobolo Rosewood (Dalbergia retusa) with Kou (Cordia subcordata) cap. Cocobolo is a true rosewood from Mexico with prominent darker streaking on the nice redddish wood. It is a very dense wood that polish up nicely. The figure can be extremely extravagant in Cocobolo. Ko'u was used by the Hawaiian Royalty for plates, bowls, spoons, and other utensils as it does not impart nor take on a flavor from food. (I licked it. It really doesn't taste like anything.) In the late 1800's the Ko'u tree was nearly wiped out but a moth infestation. It is now grown as an ornamental tree in landscaping and is not commercially harvested. It is a nice dark wood with very fine grain.
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): 2-1/8" x 2-3/4"
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
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