From the deep mountains of Southern China comes Golden Silk Nanmu, botanically known as Phoebe zhennan—a treasured hardwood once reserved for royal architecture and master craftsmanship. Celebrated as Imperial Wood, it remains a symbol of rarity, prestige, and enduring natural elegance sought after by collectors and fine woodworking professionals worldwide. Crafted from premium selected materials. We recommend applying 2–3 coats of clear varnish to achieve a more vibrant color and a refined finish.
Golden Silk Nanmu is defined by its luminous golden hue and striking water ripple grain. Its golden fibers shimmer under light, while flowing ripple patterns create natural depth and movement. Rich in natural oil content and refined in texture, this exotic hardwood polishes to a smooth, luxurious finish, making each premium wood blank visually distinctive and highly desirable.Custom dimensions are welcome. Simply let us know your required size, and we will quote you quickly.
Carefully selected from slow-growing trees native to Southern China, these rare hardwood blanks feature full golden silk fiber structure and pronounced ripple grain. Golden Silk Nanmu trees must grow for several hundred years to develop their beautiful color and distinctive grain patterns.Custom wood sizing is available to meet your exact specifications. Customers may also provide reference photos of preferred grain patterns, and we will assist in selecting or sourcing pieces with a similar water ripple direction and visual character. While exact duplication is never possible with natural wood, we strive to match your design vision as closely as nature allows.
No two pieces are identical—tones range from soft golden yellow to deep amber gold, and ripple formations vary in density and movement. This individuality ensures authenticity, exclusivity, and collector value.(1 inch=2.54cm)
Ideal for knife handle wood, custom woodworking, luxury box making, cigar box lids, collector-grade pipe handles, artisan wood crafts, and investment-grade wood collections, Golden Silk Nanmu is more than material—it is heritage shaped by time, a distinguished choice for creators who value premium exotic wood and timeless craftsmanship.
Processing: 5-6 days.
Transportation is free, 2-4week delivery time, including shipping under 20 kg, door-to-door service with a tracking number for easy online monitoring.