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Purpleheart
| Property | Purpleheart Peltogyne spp. |
|---|---|
| Type | Hardwood |
| Cost | $$$$ · Exotic |
| Hardness | 2520 lbf |
| Workability | Fair |
| Seasonal movement | Small |
| Outdoor-friendly | No |
| Origin | Imported (Central/South America) |
| Commonly built | Inlay & marquetry accents, Turned pens, Knife handles, Jewelry box stripes, Pool cues |
| Overview | Vivid purple, extremely hard and dense. A showpiece accent wood, striking, but tough on tools and on your patience. |