{"product_id":"ebony-wood-sample-block","title":"Ebony Wood Sample Block (ONLINE ORDER ONLY)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"171\" data-start=\"92\"\u003eGaboon Ebony (\u003cem\u003eDiospyros crassiflora\u003c\/em\u003e) – Dense Black Hardwood from Central Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"501\" data-start=\"173\"\u003eGaboon ebony is one of the darkest and densest commercial hardwoods in the world—so black it’s often mistaken for a synthetic material. Native to the rainforests of Central and West Africa, especially Gabon and Cameroon, this wood is prized for its deep, uniform color, fine texture, and ability to take on a mirror-like polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"874\" data-start=\"503\"\u003eWith a density of approximately 1.2 g\/cm³, Gaboon ebony is one of the rare woods that actually sinks in water. Fewer than 50 out of over 60,000 known tree species share this trait. Its density and durability make it ideal for applications requiring both strength and elegance, including fingerboards for string instruments, fine carvings, chess pieces, and luxury inlays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1142\" data-start=\"876\"\u003eThe heartwood is rich in phenolic compounds, which give the wood its deep coloration as well as natural resistance to rot and insects. However, Gaboon ebony grows extremely slowly—often less than 1 millimeter in radius per year—raising serious conservation concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1142\" data-start=\"876\"\u003eFind out more about our favorite colors of exotic wood in our book, \u003ca href=\"\/colors\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Universe in 100 Colors\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"1144\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBonus fact: \u003c\/strong\u003eCollecting and cataloging wood species is known as \"xylotheque building\"—a niche but fascinating hobby for natural materials enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"1144\"\u003eAdd this ¾\" x ¾\" x 4\" block to your wood collection. These blocks are commonly how luxury ebony pens begin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stemcell Science Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43001740427287,"sku":"OOO","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/8099\/9959\/files\/IMG_5987_7ea70e3b-586e-44fd-93f7-e46f52d8c857.jpg?v=1756021358","url":"https:\/\/animeimports.net\/products\/ebony-wood-sample-block","provider":"Anime Imports LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}