There is a combination of colors in this veneer that can't be found in any other species. The reddish brown tones and black veins make it a great complementary veneer to many other species and the mottled figure truly makes it stand out. The mild figure you see in the pictures below is just a hint of the iridescence that pops out when a finish is applied.
Common Name:
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Amazique, Ovangkol, Shedua | |
Scientific Name:
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Guibourtia ehie | |
Family:
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Guibourtia |
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Color:
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Medium to dark brown with gray to black stripes along with hints of green |
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Origin:
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West Africa (Cameroon, Gabon, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Liberia, and Nigeria) | |
Hardness:
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Moderate hardness |
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Texture:
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Semi-smooth texture with interlocked grain | |
Finishing:
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Readily accepts stains and finishes | |
Did You Know: | Mozambique is used by Martin, Warmoth, Yamaha, Ibanez, and many other fine guitar companies around the world. |