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Description
What You're Getting
Five Air-Dried Olive Wood Pen Blanks from Bethlehem
This set includes five olive wood pen blanks sourced from the olive trees around Bethlehem, Israel. Each blank is individually selected to be free of defects. For more items crafted from Bethlehem olive wood, browse our olive wood collection.
Ancient Olive Wood That Turns with Ease
The olive trees around Bethlehem have been growing since the time of the Romans. The wood they produce is dense, beautifully grained, and turns well on a lathe. Pen turners prize olive wood for its warm tones and distinctive grain patterns, which make every pen blank unique.
Five Authenticity Cards Included
Each blank comes with its own authenticity card confirming the wood's origin from Bethlehem. These cards can be included with finished pens when they are given as gifts, adding provenance to the piece. Explore our holy land gifts collection for more items from the Holy Land.
Using Your Olive Wood Pen Blanks
For Turning Custom Pens on a Lathe
These blanks are sized and prepared for pen turning. The air-dried olive wood turns cleanly and finishes to a high sheen, producing pens with a distinct character that cannot be replicated with commercially available wood species.
As a Woodworking Material for Small Projects
Beyond pens, these blanks can be used for other small turned or carved items where the dimensions are suitable. The stable, air-dried olive wood reduces the risk of movement after turning.
As a Meaningful Material for Craftspeople
For woodworkers who want their materials to carry a story and a provenance, olive wood from Bethlehem is among the most historically and spiritually significant timbers available. Finished items can be accompanied by the authenticity cards to communicate their origin. For more olive wood gift options, explore our souvenirs collection.
What's in the Box
Five olive wood pen blanks from Bethlehem (3/4" x 5-5.5" each)
Five individual authenticity cards
For more items crafted from olive wood, browse our christian gifts collection.
Who This Is For
Pen Turners and Wood Turners
Craftspeople who turn their own pens will find these blanks well-suited for the purpose. The extended air-drying period and defect-free selection make them ready to use without further preparation.
Woodworkers Seeking Holy Land Materials
For woodworkers with an interest in significant materials, Bethlehem olive wood carries a cultural, historical, and spiritual weight that most domestic timbers do not. The authenticity cards confirm the origin for each blank.
Gift Buyers for Craftspeople and Woodworkers
This set makes a distinctive gift for someone who turns pens or works with wood. The Bethlehem origin and included authenticity cards elevate it beyond a standard set of blanks.
Storage and Care
Storing Your Pen Blanks
Store in a cool, dry location with stable temperature and humidity. Although the blanks are air-dried, dramatic swings in humidity can still cause movement. Avoid damp basements or areas near heat sources.
Caring for Your Pen Blanks
No special care is required before turning. Keep blanks in their original condition until ready to use. Once a pen is finished, a quality finish will seal and protect the olive wood surface. To learn more about Holy Land Market, visit the about Holy Land Market page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are the blanks ready to turn right out of the box?
Yes. The blanks are air-dried for more than 5 years and selected free of defects, making them ready for pen turning without additional preparation.
How many blanks are in the set?
Each set contains five olive wood pen blanks, each approximately 3/4" x 5 to 5.5 inches, with an authenticity card for each blank.
Were any trees cut down to produce these blanks?
No trees were damaged or destroyed in the process of harvesting this wood. The harvesting methods used by the Bethlehem supplier preserve the trees.
Are bulk or wholesale orders available?
Yes. Holy Land Market accepts wholesale and bulk orders. Visit our wholesale orders page for details.