Rare Woods
Macassar Ebony
Sulawesi, Indonesia
About
Macassar ebony is distinguished by its dramatic streaking — black heartwood interrupted by caramel and orange ribbons formed over 80–120 years of slow growth. It is among the densest hardwoods on earth (1.09 g/cm³), making it nearly impervious to moisture and dimensionally stable across climates. All our ebony is sourced from certified sustainable forestry operations with community-benefit agreements.
Properties
- Density: 1.09 g/cm³
- Janka hardness: 3,220 lbf
- Naturally resistant to fungi and insects
- No surface treatment required
- CITES Appendix II listed — certified origin required