Description
What You're Getting
The Blanks
This is a pack of 10 olive wood pen blanks from the ancient city of Bethlehem, each measuring 3/4" x 5-5.5". The olive wood trees of Bethlehem have been bearing fruit since the time of the Romans. Many religious, historical, and artistic articles are made from this ancient wood. Browse our full olive wood collection to see more pieces from the same source.
The Quality
Every blank in this pack is 100% first quality with no cracks or defects of any kind. A crack or defect mid-turn can split the blank and ruin the piece entirely. The blanks are air dried for more than 5 years, which means the moisture has left the wood slowly and naturally. Your finished pen will hold its shape and finish without the wood moving or warping over time.
The Certificate
This pack comes with 10 Authenticity Cards, one for each blank. Each card confirms the genuine Bethlehem origin of the wood. For gift makers and craftspeople selling or gifting their pens, that card adds a layer of meaning and provenance that a buyer can hold in their hands.
Working With Your Pen Blanks
How It Turns
This wood turns with ease. The grain of Bethlehem olive wood is tight and dense, which makes it well suited for pen turning on a lathe. It holds detail cleanly and takes a finish well. The result is a pen with a smooth, polished surface and a natural warmth that few other woods can match.
The Color
These blanks vary in color from dark brown to almost white. No two blanks are identical. Some carry a beautiful light to dark contrast within a single piece. That natural variation is what makes each finished pen unique. The dimensions are 3/4" x 5-5.5", suited for standard pen turning kits. Browse our olive wood pen blanks and pens collection for more sizes and options.
The Sustainability
No tree was damaged or destroyed in the process of harvesting this wood. The blanks come from a Bethlehem company that specializes in harvesting olive wood responsibly. The olive trees of Bethlehem keep growing and bearing fruit for generations while supplying this beautiful ancient wood.
What's in the Box
10 olive wood pen blanks from Bethlehem, 3/4" x 5-5.5". 10 Authenticity Cards confirming genuine Bethlehem origin, one per blank. Looking for other Holy Land items to pair with your craft or gifting? Browse our Holy Land gifts collection for more meaningful options from Bethlehem.
Who This Is For
Pen Turners and Woodworkers
These blanks are made for pen turners and woodworkers who want a wood with genuine provenance, reliable quality, and a finish worth working for. Bethlehem olive wood is dense, tight grained, and turns cleanly. The 5 year air drying means the blanks are stable and ready to work with right out of the pack.
Faith-Based Gift Makers
Many Christians and faith community members use these blanks to turn pens as gifts for pastors, church leaders, missionaries, and ministry partners. A handmade pen turned from Bethlehem olive wood, paired with its Authenticity Card, is a deeply personal and meaningful gift. For bulk or wholesale enquiries, visit our wholesale orders page.
Collectors and Artisans
For those who value the historical and biblical significance of olive wood from Bethlehem, these blanks are a rare and direct connection to one of the most storied woods in the world. Olive trees from the ancient city of Bethlehem have been bearing fruit since the time of the Romans. Working with this wood is working with history.
Storage and Care
Care Instructions
Store the blanks in a cool, dry place with stable temperature and humidity before turning. Avoid leaving them in direct sunlight or near heating vents, as sudden temperature changes can affect even well-dried wood. The natural oils in olive wood give it a warmth and resilience that improves with age. To learn more about Holy Land Market and how we source our products, visit the about Holy Land Market page.
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