"Crabshell" wrote in message

It's Ipe wood and it's for a decorative plaque. The finished plaque needs
to measure 8.5"h x 17"w x 1/2"d (my original post said 3/4"). The only Ipe
I have found online that accomodates those dimensions is 9"h x 2"d, which
is way too thick. The finish has to be pristine being that it's
decorative.

Does it have to be one piece? You often pay a premium for wider boards but
they are available. If you can't find a board wide enough, you can glue two
or more pieces with a perfect joint. Walnut and cherry would be nice also
and on the darker side that you want. 4/4 rough stock will finish at 3/4"
easily.

This will give you an idea of what is available. Keep in mind, it is random
with x 10" long and you must buy the full board.
http://www.cwghardwoodoutlet.com/


Your best bet is to find a local woodworker that would do this for you.
Many of us would do it for little more than the cost of materials. If it is
from a wood I don't have or need, I'd charge you for the full board that I'd
have to buy or you can supply it.