Elevate your next custom craft with this incredibly rare and historically profound piece of stabilized Ancient Sinker Cypress. Sinker Cypress is already highly prized for its exceptionally tight growth rings and rich, deep olive and amber tones, but what truly sets this blank apart is its breathtaking origin. The minerals from the soil enriched the coloration of the stump while it was underground for a 1,000 plus years.
This block was cut from a massive, 12,000-pound stump discovered 30 feet below the surface by a crew digging a pipeline. According to a researcher who studies the Living Ancient Cypress on the Black River in North Carolina, this was a highly significant find, buried in an ancient forest where the Mississippi River flowed over a thousand years ago. He encouraged us to get it radiocarbon dated. After transporting and milling the massive stump here in Texas, we took a core sample from the center slab and sent it off to Direct AMS, a radiocarbon dating lab in Washington. Three weeks later, the results revealed that this stump dates back to 181 B.C.—making the wood you are holding an astonishing 2,200 years old.
You can expect a flawless carving, turning, and shaping experience. The stabilization allows this historically significant piece to take an unparalleled, glass-like polish, ensuring that this ancient wood will last for generations to come.
Perfect for:
- Custom knife scales and handles
- High-end pen turning
- Bespoke duck and game calls
- Fine jewelry and functional art accents
Specifications:
- Species: Ancient Sinker Cypress (Taxodium distichum)
- Age: 2,200 Years Old (Radiocarbon dated to 181 B.C.)
- Condition: Professionally stabilized for maximum hardness and workability
- Figure: Exceptionally tight growth rings and rich, historic coloration
