High. The characteristic reddish-brown color, fine texture, ribbon grain, and pore structure strongly point to genuine mahogany (Swietenia species). confidence

Honduran Mahogany

Swietenia macrophylla · Hardwood

Type: Hardwood
Origin: Neotropics, native to Central and South America; widely cultivated in plantations elsewhere.
Hardness: 900 lbf (Medium)
Durability: Very Durable. Excellent resistance to rot and decay, and moderately resistant to insect attacks.

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Grain Pattern

Straight to slightly interlocked grain with a fine to medium uniform texture, featuring a pleasant ribbon-like or chatoyant stripe figure when quarter-sawn.

Color & Appearance

Heartwood ranges from a pale pinkish brown to a deeper reddish brown, which darkens significantly over time to a deep rich reddish-brown or burgundy with exposure to light. Sapwood is yellowish-white and clearly demarcated.

Hardness (Janka)

900 lbf (Medium)

Durability & Decay Resistance

Very Durable. Excellent resistance to rot and decay, and moderately resistant to insect attacks.

Value & Sustainability

Estimated Market Value: 8.00 to 15.00 USD per board foot for standard domestic lumber grades.
Wood Age Estimate: Estimated to be moderately seasoned lumber, likely 5 to 15 years old based on surface oxidation and patina.
Sustainability Status: CITES Appendix II listed and protected in many native ranges, though plantation-grown timber is sustainably harvested and available.

Common Uses

Fine furniture, cabinetry, boat building, musical instruments, veneer, turnings, and carving.

Geographic Origin

Neotropics, native to Central and South America; widely cultivated in plantations elsewhere.

Workability

Exceptionally easy to work with both hand and machine tools. Glues, stains, and finishes exceptionally well, though interlocked grain can occasionally cause minor tearout during planing.

Finish Recommendations

Accepts almost any finish beautifully, including oil, lacquer, shellac, varnish, and polyurethane. Minimal preparation needed beyond standard sanding.