This is a very special mushroom shaped box made out of Canyon Live Oak (Quercus chrysolepis) cap & Black Mesquite (Prosopis nigra) stalk.  Black Mesquite is a timber originating from the Gran Chaco region of South America. The heartwood tends to be a medium to chocolate brown, somewhat reminiscent of Black Walnut, with a color that tends to darken with age. The contrast with the lighter cap is striking. I like oak for mushroom cap.  The natural radial rays looks like gills of the mushroom.  This is one king-size saprophyte! 

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): 1-1/2" x 2-1/2"

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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
-- 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
-- CA sale tax applies (9.25%) for shipping to CA addresses