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Rosewood, Honduras
| Botanical Name:
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Dalbergia, stevensonii
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| Other Names:
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Nagaed
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| Natural Characteristics: |
Generally straight grain, sometimes streaked.
Moderately fine texture. |
| Color:
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Dark brown to a purplish color.
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Workability:
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Can be difficult to work with because of hardness. Rosewood can dull cutters quickly. |
Finishing Qualities:
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Some species of Honduras Rosewood can tend to have oils that may interfere in finishing. |
Durability:
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| Uses:
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Musical instruments, pen turning, and fine veneers.
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| Comments:
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Honduras Rosewood only grows in Belize. It is
very rare. |
| Price: |
Expensive |
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