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Rustic Spanish Chestnut Wood Veneer

Wormy Spanish Chestnut VeneerEach bundle of the chestnut shown below has a variety of worm holes likely caused by Cryphonectria parasitica which is commonly called the "chestnut blight" that began in the 1920's. Don't worry... those pesky critters are long gone and what they have left in these veneers is a great opportunity to make a unique and interesting project.

Common Names:
  Sweet Chestnut, Spanish Chestnut
Scientific Name:
   Castanea sativa
Family:
   Fagaceae
Color:
   Tan to light brown, but darkens a bit when exposed to daylight
Origin:
   Southern Europe and Asia Minor
Hardness:
   Somewhat hard
Texture:
   Fine to medium
Finishing:
   Readily accepts stains and finishes

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