What can lignum vitae be used for?

Lignum vitae is a tropical hardwood, known for being self-oiling. It was used for building steamship bearings and pulleys. For medicinal purposes, the resin of lignum vitae was known to help treat gout and skin infections. Today, it is used primarily for carving. Shop a collection of lignum vitae furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Lignum Vitae Mallet

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Slazenger Croquet Mallet

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Lignum Vitae head. The mallet head has 'Slazengers Ltd' and 'The Corbally' written in gold on the side

Vintage 1930s Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Slazenger Croquet Mallet

H 35.83 in Dm 2.76 in

Flat Bottom Croquet Mallet

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

with a Lignum Vitae head. The mallet head has 'Slazengers Ltd' and 'The Corbally' written in gold on

Vintage 1930s British Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Flat Bottom Croquet Mallet

H 36.03 in W 9.06 in D 2.76 in

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What can lignum vitae be used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Lignum vitae is a tropical hardwood, known for being self-oiling. It was used for building steamship bearings and pulleys. For medicinal purposes, the resin of lignum vitae was known to help treat gout and skin infections. Today, it is used primarily for carving. Shop a collection of lignum vitae furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.