Cocobolo Lumber

Cocobolo, a true rosewood from Central America, is famous for its vivid red-orange heartwood streaked with dark lines. Dense and oily, it polishes to a glowing finish, making it highly prized for instruments, knife handles, and fine furniture. Rare, dramatic, and expensive Cocobolo elevates any project with natural luxury and beauty. Compare with Granadillo Lumber or Guatemala Rosewood Lumber.
Air Dried, 3" & wider, 2' & Longer. 95-100% Clear
Cocobolo Lumber Prices per Board Foot as of Nov 15, 2025
Description 50-99 B.F. 100-249 B.F. 250-499 B.F. 500-999 B.F.
4/4 Cocobolo Lumber info icon 54.75 51.50 50.00 48.50
8/4 Cocobolo Lumber info icon 55.25 52.50 51.50 50.50
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Cocobolo Lumber Appearance and Design Attributes

Primary Color Tone: various

  • Characteristics
    USES:  Musical Instruments, Decorative Uses
    ORIGINS:  Central America, Primarily Mexico
    BOTANICAL NAME:  Dalbergia retusa
    COMMON NAME:  Granadillo, Rosewood
    COLOR DETAILS:  Deep Red-Orange with Dark Striping
    WEIGHT:  approx. 5.5 lbs per B.F.
    WORKABILITY:  Difficult to glue due to oil content, machines well and finishes beautifully. Very dense wood.
  • Capabilities

    Cocobolo Lumber for Sale

    Cocobolo is a rare dalbergia or rosewood that comes from Central America.  It is sought after for use in decorative items such as jewelry boxes and knife handles due to its heavy graining, varying coloration and it's ability to finish to a high polish.  Cocobolo lumber is narrow and short when compared to most hardwood species.  It is usually put up as 3" and wider and 3' and longer with vey limited availability over 6" wide or 6' long.  Wood Vendors has a 50 Board Foot minimum purchase for this item.

    Call Tom or Pat at 877.983.6367 to discuss your Cocobolo needs.

     

  • Additional Info
    For more information, WoodVendors recommends:
    Link: Cocobolo Technical Information
    Link: More Cocobolo Pictures