Fri Dec 13 10:02:45 UTC 2024: ## Sandalwood’s Reign as Most Expensive Wood Challenged by Several Contenders
**New Delhi, India** – While sandalwood is widely considered the most expensive wood, several other varieties command even higher prices, challenging its supremacy in the global market. A recent analysis reveals a surprising range of high-value timbers.
Red sandalwood, found in Andhra Pradesh, India, used primarily in religious ceremonies, fetches approximately ₹25,000 per kilogram. Bocote wood, valued for musical instrument crafting, commands ₹6,000 per foot. Purpleheart wood, sourced from Brazil and Africa, is another high-value timber, with prices around ₹5,000 per foot.
Ebony, found in the Lakshadweep, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and Tamil Nadu, India, and Africa, is priced at ₹12,000-₹13,000 per foot in India and ₹8,000 per foot in Africa; it’s frequently used in piano manufacturing. Spatholobos stem wood, used in herbal medicine, is valued at approximately ₹4,000 per foot. Finally, Sheesham wood, a popular choice for furniture, sells for around ₹7,000 per foot.
This analysis highlights the diverse and valuable world of high-end timber, with several species surpassing sandalwood in price depending on factors such as rarity, quality, and intended use.
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