Genuine Lignum Vitae Hardwood(325)

This piece has cracks which may not be visible in the pictures. Sold as is.

For your woodworking, marine, and hydro projects, Real Lignum Vitae Wood 3”x3”x12.5” 76x76x308mm.

This wood aka Guaiacum officinale, or guaiacum sanctum is extremely purposeful for parts for hydro projects, ball bearings, bushings, pulley wheels, turbine parts, and custom woodworking projects such as tool handles, bossing mallets, knife handles, game calls, reel seats, boxmaking etc. Lignum Vitae is an exceptional wood for turning on lathe, and finishes very well.

Condition is air dried and waxed.

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In parts of Europe known as pockholz, from trees of the genus Guaiacum. The trees are indigenous to the Caribbean and the northern coast of South America and have been an important export crop to Europe since the beginning of the 16th century. "Lignum vitae" is Latin for "wood of life", and derives its name from its medicinal uses; lignum vitae resin has been used to treat a variety of medical conditions from coughs to arthritis, and chips of the wood can also be used to brew a tea. 

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