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Ebony – Gabon

Diospyros crassiflora
Also known as |
African Ebony|Cameroon Ebony|Gabon Ebony|Gaboon Ebony|Nigerian Ebony
Ebony - Gabon Lumber @ Rare Woods USA

Gabon Ebony is one of the most iconic and coveted exotic hardwoods in the world. Known for its dark, dramatic heartwood—ranging from pure black to variegated tones with greys, browns, and even golden streaks—it remains a favorite for fine woodworking despite its evolving appearance. The species grows slowly and typically yields small-diameter logs, making long, clear boards both rare and expensive.

Exceptionally dense, strong, and naturally oily, Gabon Ebony takes an extraordinary polish and reveals a stunning natural luster when sanded. That same oiliness can make gluing more difficult, but the aesthetic payoff is often worth the extra care.

Its fine texture and neutral-to-dark coloration have made it a longstanding favorite of woodturners, carvers, and luthiers. It is best known as the traditional fingerboard wood for orchestral string instruments—violins, violas, cellos, and basses—where its density and visual presence are unmatched. That said, African Blackwood has largely overtaken it as the most consistently black tonewood.

In recent years, both the quality and availability of Gabon Ebony in U.S. markets have declined sharply. As demand remains high, prices have continued to rise across both wholesale and retail channels.

Populations from Madagascar are listed in CITES Appendix II and is categorized as “Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.

Why We Love This Wood

Dark, dense, and drop-dead gorgeous!

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    Vital Statistics
    Main Color GroupBlack
    Grain Pattern Even
    Avg Dry Weight - LB/BF4.9
    Avg Dry Weight - KG/M3950
    Janka Hardness - LBF2700
    Janka Hardness - N12030
    PRE-CUT SIZES (Ebony – Gabon)
    8 results

    Type

    Dimensions

    Grade

    Price

    Fingerboard

    21
    3
    0.3
    A

    $60.00

    yes

    Turning Square

    6
    1.5
    1.25
    A

    $19.50

    yes

    Turning Square

    6
    2
    2
    A

    $28.00

    yes

    Turning Square

    19
    2.25
    2.25
    A

    $115.00

    yes

    Turning Square

    24
    1.5
    1.5
    A

    $68.00

    yes

    Fixed Size Board

    24
    3
    .75
    A

    $95.00

    yes

    Fixed Size Board

    13
    2.25
    .63
    A

    $35.00

    yes

    Pen Blank

    4.88
    0.75
    0.75
    AB

    $5.00

    yes

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    40.25"
    | Grade: A
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    x 3.69" x
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    EBONYGAB1479_1
    EBONYGAB1479
    1"
    x 3.75" x
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    | Grade: A
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    EBONYGAB1478_1
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    $156.48

    EBONYGAB1477_1
    EBONYGAB1477
    1"
    x 3.75" x
    40.25"
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    some skip planing.

    $154.83

    EBONYGAB1476_1
    EBONYGAB1476
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    x 3.88" x
    40.25"
    | Grade: A
    sapwood edge.

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    EBONYGAB1475_1
    EBONYGAB1475
    1"
    x 3.56" x
    40.13"
    | Grade: A
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    EBONYGAB1474_1
    EBONYGAB1474
    1"
    x 3.38" x
    40.25"
    | Grade: A
    some sapwood, skip planing.

    $139.76

    EBONYGAB1473_1
    EBONYGAB1473
    1"
    x 3.13" x
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    $128.87

    EBONYGAB1472_1
    EBONYGAB1472
    1"
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    some sapwood, skip planing, small bark inclusions.

    $135.52

    EBONYGAB1471_1
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    EBONYGAB1470_1
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    1"
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    some skip planing,

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    Ebony-Gabon-Standard-4/4Lumber
    4/4 Lumber
    Standard
    bf
    110
    bf
    no
    Ebony-Gabon-Standard-6/4Lumber

    6/4 Lumber

    Standard
    bf
    110
    bf
    no
    Ebony-Gabon-Standard-8/4Lumber

    8/4 Lumber

    Standard
    bf
    110
    bf
    no
    Ebony-Gabon-Ungraded-Billets

    Billets

    Ungraded
    lb
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    Ebony-Gabon-Ungraded-Cutoffs

    Cutoffs

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    lb
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