Turning Squares – Ebony – Indian

Our Indian turning blanks come in range of sizes and are excellent quality lumber.

The sizes are all rough-guides, but are basically accurate.

If you have very strict size criteria, please just drop us an email to confirm they will meet your expectations.

The photographs are representative of the stock you will receive. You won't necessarily receive surfaced blanks.

Indian Ebony (Diospyros ebenum) is a true ebony species that has long been used as a substitute for Gabon Ebony, thanks to its similar jet-black appearance. Often showcasing subtle brown or muted orange streaking (due to mineral content), and occasional pale sapwood, it can be nearly indistinguishable from its African cousin at first glance. That said, Indian Ebony is also very rare, with highly limited availability on the U.S. market.Its grain is typically straight or slightly irregular, with a fine texture and high natural oil content—resulting in excellent polishability and a deep, rich luster. Though not quite as dense as Gabon Ebony (with a Janka hardness roughly 20% lower), it’s still impressively hard and durable. Turners love it for its smooth working properties, and it’s frequently used for high-end fretboards on acoustic guitars—especially by players who want the look of ebony with a slightly softer touch.While traditionally abundant in South Asia, Indian Ebony’s export has been increasingly restricted in recent years, making U.S. supplies scarce and inconsistent. Still, it remains a prized exotic for fine woodworking, turning, and lutherie—offering a similar aesthetic to Gabon Ebony at a somewhat more accessible price point.

ebony - indian

Price range: $3.00 through $21.00

Bulk Savings	Quantity	Discount %
Bulk Blanks	5 - 9	5% $2.85
Bulk Blanks	10 - 19	10% $2.70
Bulk Blanks	20 +	15% $2.55

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SKU TURNEBONIND1001 Categories Ebony - Indian, Pre-cut Sizes, Species, Turning Squares, Turning Wood

Turning Wood Turning Squares Pre-cut Sizes

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Weight	N/A
Dimensions	N/A
Grade	A
Grain	Various
Model	0.75"x0.75"x10", 1.0"x1.0"x16", 1.25"x1.25"x6", 1.5"x1.5"x12", 1.5"x1.5"x19", 1.5"x1.5"x8", 3.0"x3.0"x18"
Piece Type	Turning Square
S2S	No

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Our Indian turning blanks come in range of sizes and are excellent quality lumber. The sizes are all rough-guides, but are basically accurate. If you have very strict size criteria, please just drop us an email to confirm they will meet your expectations. The photographs are representative of the stock you will receive. You won’t necessarily […]