American Mahogany Crotch,

Unlike sapele, this special mahogany wood does not come from Africa, but from the American mahogany Swietenia macrophylla, which is native to South and Central America. However, pyramid mahogany does not refer to the species, but rather to the special growth form, as the veneers are cut from a large branch fork.
Like sapele, it ranges in color from brown-red to copper, but darkens quickly when exposed to air. The grain is striking, running like a Y through the wood, which makes this veneer particularly popular for front panels, but it is also used in piano construction.
It is very difficult to work with due to the fact that a branch fork has a lot of interlocked grain. Sharp tools and a clean approach are recommended. Drying must also be done with extreme caution, as the pyramid has a lot of internal tension, which tends to cause cracking and warping if dried too quickly.