Amboyna Burl 3-1/2"x5"x5"(WYSIWYG)

Scientific name: Ptercarpus indicus

Common Names: Narra, Maidou

Description:
One of "The Worlds" coveted burls. 
Heartwood has a full spectrum of colors ranging from golden brown to deep blood red. 
A faint, cedar-like aroma can be detected when working with the wood.
Amboyna is not a distinct species but is the name of the burl in any Pterocarpus species. 
It machines well and has an excellent finish and high polish.

Region: Southeast Asia

Notes:

• What-You-See-Is-What-You-Get(WYSIWYG). Pictures are not a representative photo, but the exact item you're ordering.
• The size is approximate.
• Bark inclusions, voids, and cracks are a natural occurrence in burl wood. 
• Wood dust has been known to cause allergic reactions among wood workers, therefore sufficient ventilation, dust extraction equipment, and the use of proper respirators and eye protection is essential.