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"The olive root knot is very very special.  My father passed away about 4 years ago, and those are some of the last pieces of rootknot from his cache that I had.  When a wild olive die, and you have the gumption to do quite a bit of work, then you dig out the roots, and that is where that comes from.

I share it with you gladly, since I know that you will appreciate it and do justice to a magnificent African tree and for me it will always be a special tribute to my father." -JH

Olea africana

African Olivewood is an exotic wood that is native to Africa and has a sentimental and religious significance to several cultures and religions. The wood is hard and strong, and has fantastic working characteristics, making it a favorite for wood turning and carving. What makes this hardwood so unique is the extraordinary grain pattern of each individual piece, as well as the distinctive and inviting fragrance that it gives off. It even becomes darker, richer, and more beautiful in color as it ages!