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Ancient Kauri Mega Curl Wood – Rare Collector’s Piece (1720 × 85 × 45 mm) 45,000-Year-Old Prehistoric Timber with Intense Curl Figure This listing features an exceptional Ancient Swamp Kauri piece showcasing mega curl grain – an ultra-rare natural pattern found in only a tiny fraction of all ancient kauri logs. ?? Dimensions: • Length: 1720 mm • Width: 85 mm • Thickness: 45 mm About Ancient Kauri Mega Curl: Ancient Kauri is a prehistoric wood, carbon-dated to over 45,000 years old, and recovered from ancient buried forests in the far north of New Zealand. It is the oldest workable wood on Earth. What sets this piece apart is its Mega Curl grain – a spectacular 3D ripple effect caused by natural compression in the tree over millennia. This rare phenomenon gives the timber a shimmering, iridescent quality, especially under finish, making it one of the most visually stunning woods available. Applications: • Knife handle blanks • Pen turning (100+ pen blanks) • High-end craft and jewelry box inlays • Sculptural artwork or museum-grade wood collection This is a premium, investment-grade piece of New Zealand’s natural heritage. Ideal for serious collectors, artists, or craftsmen seeking rare timber with character and story. Pickup Location: Kumeu, Auckland Shipping: Courier available at buyer’s cost