Snakewood, Letterwood, Leopard wood, Speckled wood, Amourette
Quartered Sawn
mm3x40x250 Bookedmatched
mm3x40x250 Single
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1 Set including 3 pieces.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY:.82 - 1.3
DENSITY: 81 lbs./cu.ft. 1,212 kg/m3
Extremely heavy, hard and strong wood.
Heartwood is reddish brown with speckles of black appearing as hieroglyphics or snakeskin markings.
Straight grain. Texture fine and even. Snakewood is brittle and splits easily.
Very smooth when finished; has natural polish. Used for umbrella handles, walking sticks, caskets, fancy items, cabinets.
Durability refers to a wood's resistance to rotting in wet environments.
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