PSI Woodworking Products African Blackwood Blanks

This image displays two rectangular wood turning blanks or stock pieces positioned vertically against a weathered stone or concrete background. The items appear to be dense, very dark hardwood, visually consistent with African Blackwood. Each piece is roughly square in cross-section and encased in clear plastic wrapping secured with packing tape. Adfixed to each piece is a white paper label printed with black text. The labels read verbatim: 'PSI WOODWORKING PRODUCTS', '1 EACH', '2" X 2" X 12"', 'ITEM # WXPRO4-3', and '(AFRICAN BLACKWOOD)'. Additionally, handwritten annotations appear in ink near the labels, including numbers and dates such as '7 8/3/07'. The wood surfaces visible through the plastic and at the ends show a very dark, nearly black coloration with a tight grain structure. The items exhibit signs of storage, with dusty residue on the exterior plastic and some tape discoloration. The identification of the material is based primarily on the legible printed product labels from PSI Woodworking Products rather than direct physical testing. The condition is unauthenticated and sold as seen in the unboxing state.

Based on what I can see in the photograph, the items are presented as two rectangular wood turning blanks bearing printed labels that read 'PSI WOODWORKING PRODUCTS' and '(AFRICAN BLACKWOOD)' with dimensions of 2" x 2" x 12". The pieces appear encased in plastic wrapping with handwritten notations. However, I can't verify from a photo whether the underlying wood is genuinely African Blackwood or a substitute dense exotic hardwood, nor can I evaluate the internal moisture content or grain integrity without physical inspection. The estimated value range of $60 to $90 reflects typical retail pricing for exotic hardwood turning stock of similar purported dimensions, assuming the labeling is accurate. Market demand for high-density turning blanks remains steady among hobbyist and professional woodturners seeking dark, stable woods for specialized projects. If physical inspection reveals the material is a less valuable substitute, or if the items are determined to be unbranded generic timber rather than the labeled stock, the value would likely decrease by 40 to 60 percent. A complete assessment and authentication would require in-person examination by a wood products specialist, and potentially microscopic or density testing to confirm the exact species of timber.