This is a very cute mushroom threaded box made out of Betelnut (Areca catechu) cap with Spalted Tamarind (Tamarindus indica) stalk. Beautifully spalted, this tamarind wood is from the tree that give the sour fruits popular for cooking, making drinks and candy in the tropic.  Tamarind heartwood is known for it's hardness.  What's fun about this mushroom is the betel nut cap.  The unique pattern looks so interesting as a mushroom cap.  I believe there is an edible species of mushroom with a cap similar to this.  

This threaded box can be used to hold small valuables...The screw-on cap ensured that your content is secured; also serves as a unique gift for nature lovers.

Dimension (largest diameter x height): 1-1/4" x 3"

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-- 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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