This is a very pretty acorn shaped box made out of Asian Satinwood Burl (Lagerstroemia calyculata) with Tambootie (Spirostachys africanus) cap. From Southeast Asia, this crape myrtle relative is one of the most impressive flowering tree. The wood is often highly figured, specially with curly, fiddleback patterns that shimmer in 3D. Of course, it wasn't called Satinwood for nothing. But the burl is really something special, choke full of eyes! The brown Tamboti cap is a timber from Africa. It is lustrious enough to accompany the Asian Satin. 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 2-3/4" 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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