AKA "Brazilian Walnut"...

I picked up a piece to use on a jewelry box I'm making for the daughter
for Christmas. Very interesting figure and a very interesting smell
that has filled the shop. Spicy...

A quick Google search reveals that like most exotics I should wear my
breathing gear, but does anyone have any hints on working this wood?

How does it glue? Finish (I'm planning to use shellac)? Any cautions
beyond not breathing the dust?