Most likely American black cherry (Black Cherry); alternatives include pear or figured maple.
Prunus serotina · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the northeastern and Appalachian regions.
- Hardness
- Janka approximately 950 lbf — Medium.
- Durability
- Moderately durable indoors; heartwood has moderate decay resistance but is not a preferred exterior-weathering wood. Insect resistance is limited to moderate.
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight, fine, and closed-grained, with broad curved cathedral bands from flat-sawn stock and subtle wavy figure around the turned form.
Color & Appearance
Fresh sapwood is pale cream to pinkish; heartwood ranges honey-pink to reddish brown and darkens appreciably to warm red-brown with light exposure. The surface has a soft, satiny luster.
Hardness (Janka)
Janka approximately 950 lbf — Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately durable indoors; heartwood has moderate decay resistance but is not a preferred exterior-weathering wood. Insect resistance is limited to moderate.
Value & Age
About $6–$12 per board foot for clear cherry; a small finished turning is typically worth roughly $30–$100 depending on size and workmanship.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- The wood’s age cannot be determined from appearance; it appears recently machined and smoothly finished, with no reliable antique patina.
Common Uses
Furniture, bowls and turnings, cabinetry, flooring, architectural millwork, veneer, and musical instruments.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the northeastern and Appalachian regions.
Workability
Machines, turns, sands, glues, and finishes well, though it can scorch and may show blotchy color under stain. Sharp tools and light cuts help preserve the smooth figure.
Finish Recommendations
Apply a clear oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane to preserve the natural color; seal with shellac or conditioner before staining to reduce blotching.
Notable Features
Fine texture, warm aging color, moderate dimensional stability, and attractive natural chatoyance; the circular end-grain insert appears to be a contrasting maker’s mark or inlay.
