Stabilized Amboyna Burl pen blanks - rare, exotic and ready to turn. Approximate dimensions: 1" square by 5" long. Great for projects like lighter key rings, bottle openers, and pill holder key rings.
Colours range from golden brown to rich reddish tones. Amboyna is one of the rarest and most sought-after burls in the world. Red Amboyna showcases deep reddish-brown heartwood, while Golden Amboyna displays lighter yellow-brown hues. It’s not uncommon for pieces to feature sharply contrasting yellowish sapwood, adding dramatic character.
Highly prized for its beauty and rarity, Amboyna is often used in fine furniture, veneers, electric guitar tops, high-end knife and gun grips, and specialty turning projects.
Fun facts about Amboyna burl:
Amboyna burl comes from the narra tree (Pterocarpus indicus), native to Southeast Asia, and is one of the most coveted burls in the world.
Because of its rarity and vibrant figure, Amboyna is often used in luxury items like guitar tops, knife handles, and custom car interiors.
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Price is per blank in Canadian dollars.