57 LM 150/170× 25 mm Solid Swamp Kauri Timber Lot –(Kiln-Dried)

57 LM Solid Swamp Kauri Timber Lot – 150/170× 25 mm (Kiln-Dried) Milling Statement: #7-01-02416 | Approx. RRP: $2000+ A large bundle of genuine Ancient Swamp Kauri timber — the world’s oldest workable wood, buried in the peatlands of Northland for up to 45,000 years. This lot offers 57 linear metres of solid, stable timber, sawn from a single prehistoric log over a decade ago. Each board was air-dried for 10+ years and kiln-finished to achieve excellent stability and workability. Some boards show natural bends and character typical of ancient timber. Timber Details • Species: Ancient Swamp Kauri (Agathis australis) • Size: 150/170× 25 mm (rough-sawn) • Quantity: 24 pieces • Lengths: 1.9 – 2.9 m • Total Length: ˜ 57 LM • Drying: Air-dried 10+ years, then kiln-dried (~12–14% MC) • Finish: Rough-sawn, ready for machining or finishing • Origin: Legally milled under MPI-approved management Ideal For • Furniture & tabletops • Wall panelling & feature boards • Flooring or custom interior design • Bespoke art and décor projects Freight Guide (Estimates Only) • North Island: $150 – $250 • South Island: $250 – $400 • Pickup: Kumeu, Auckland (within 7 days of auction close) Important Notice for Buyers Please bid only if you are familiar with Ancient Swamp Kauri or have worked with heritage timber before. Swamp Kauri is not fresh-cut wood; it is a prehistoric material that carries natural character marks developed over tens of thousands of years. • Expect natural cracks, bends, or grain movement • Each board is unique, not uniform • Requires care and patience when working • The true beauty lies in its age, history, and character — not perfection Thank you for appreciating this rare and ancient wood — a genuine piece of New Zealand’s natural heritage.