Crown Jewels Collection

The world’s finest veneers for the world’s finest instrument

The Steinway Crown Jewel Collection is an exclusive series of spectacular Steinways that feature particularly fine veneers. High-quality Mahogany, Walnut, Kewazinga Bubinga, East Indian Rosewood, Macassar Ebony, and other veneers are available.

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African Pommele

This fine wood from Africa with unusual circular light reflections is characterized by its charismatic texture and has a powerful and intense luminosity.

AMBER WOOD

The grain of Amber Wood varies from striped to lightly speckled, making each grand piano a true decorative gem.

EAST INDIAN ROSEWOOD

Originating from South Asia, the East Indies, and Sri Lanka, this precious tobacco-colored wood with thick veins stands out for its individual grain and a warm, deep lustre

FIGURED SYCAMORE

Figured Sycamore is a maple by genetic makeup and is among the most valuable native broad-leafed trees in Europe. Nearly white in color with a fine, notable uniform structure, and straight grain that may be figured, this light color wood evokes a minimalist elegance.

KEWAZINGA BUBINGA

Kewazinga Bubinga is a highly desirable wood from West Africa. Its unique, richly contrasting grain and soft, bright sheen give this piano a wonderful lightness and irresistible charm.

KOA

Koa wood is unique to Hawaii and is not found anywhere else in the world. The color can range from reds to chocolate browns. Koa has a fine grain with a medium coarse texture, but it is the figuring that sets Koa into a class of it's own.

INDIAN APPLE

Indian Apple, also known as Tineo is found primarily in South America and is prized for its unique pinkish-brown veneer marked with bold dark streaks, typically black but sometimes of an exotic dark green, blue or purple.

MACASSAR EBONY

This very rare precious wood from Sulawesi has a fascinating texture with a deep black color and a reddish-brown that pulses with breathtaking power.

PADAUK

Padauk is found primarily in Central & tropical west Africa. Its vivid and striking orange red coloring and open grain make for a uniquely beautiful piano unlike any other.

SANTOS ROSEWOOD

Also known as Pau Ferro in Brazil, Santos Rosewood has a wide variance in color ranging from light tobacco to dark Violet.

TIGER MAHOGANY

Tiger mahogany, one of the most beautiful variants of exotic mahogany, is known for its striped appearance. Its reddish-brown finish gives it a rich and handsome look.

TRADITIONAL MAHOGANY

Mahogany wood is one of the world’s most stunning. Its wide board widths set it apart from other woods. Mahogany's prized color, grain and texture have made it one of the most popular choices for Crown Jewel pianos.

WALNUT

Walnut wood is warm and rich in color. A dense, fine-grained hardwood, Walnut is perfect for a timeless look.

ZIRICOTE

Ziricote is native to Central America and the color ranges from medium to dark brown with a striking pale yellow sapwood that shines through the bold dark color of the wood.

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Note: Please note that veneers are natural products and that each instrument is one-of-a-kind. Therefore, the pictures can only serve as a rough illustration of wood grain, pattern and color.

AFRICAN POMMELE
This fine wood from Africa with unusual circular light reflections is characterized by its charismatic texture and has a powerful and intense luminosity.
AMBER WOOD
The grain of Amber Wood varies from striped to lightly speckled, making each grand piano a true decorative gem.
EAST INDIAN ROSEWOOD
Originating from South Asia, the East Indies, and Sri Lanka, this precious tobacco-colored wood with thick veins stands out for its individual grain and a warm, deep lustre
FIGURED SYCAMORE
Figured Sycamore is a maple by genetic makeup and is among the most valuable native broad-leafed trees in Europe. Nearly white in color with a fine, notable uniform structure, and straight grain that may be figured, this light color wood evokes a minimalist elegance.
KEWAZINGA BUBINGA
Kewazinga Bubinga is a highly desirable wood from West Africa. Its unique, richly contrasting grain and soft, bright sheen give this piano a wonderful lightness and irresistible charm.
KOA
Koa wood is unique to Hawaii and is not found anywhere else in the world. The color can range from reds to chocolate browns. Koa has a fine grain with a medium coarse texture, but it is the figuring that sets Koa into a class of it's own.
INDIAN APPLE
Indian Apple, also known as Tineo is found primarily in South America and is prized for its unique pinkish-brown veneer marked with bold dark streaks, typically black but sometimes of an exotic dark green, blue or purple.
MACASSAR EBONY
This very rare precious wood from Sulawesi has a fascinating texture with a deep black color and a reddish-brown that pulses with breathtaking power.
PADAUK
Padauk is found primarily in Central & tropical west Africa. Its vivid and striking orange red coloring and open grain make for a uniquely beautiful piano unlike any other.
SANTOS ROSEWOOD
Also known as Pau Ferro in Brazil, Santos Rosewood has a wide variance in color ranging from light tobacco to dark Violet.
TIGER MAHOGANY
Tiger mahogany, one of the most beautiful variants of exotic mahogany, is known for its striped appearance. Its reddish-brown finish gives it a rich and handsome look.
TRADITIONAL MAHOGANY
Mahogany wood is one of the world’s most stunning. Its wide board widths set it apart from other woods. Mahogany's prized color, grain and texture have made it one of the most popular choices for Crown Jewel pianos.
WALNUT
Walnut wood is warm and rich in color. A dense, fine-grained hardwood, Walnut is perfect for a timeless look.
ZIRICOTE
Ziricote is native to Central America and the color ranges from medium to dark brown with a striking pale yellow sapwood that shines through the bold dark color of the wood.

Each Steinway Crown Jewel is an original handcrafted work of art, unique in all the world. Crown Jewel pianos are encased in your choice of magnificent woods, prized for their exquisite color and grain, and gathered from around the world. Steinway & Sons craftspeople meticulously match the grain from one end of the piano to the other — even across the beveled edge of the lid. Individually distinguished with a special Limited Edition medallion indicating its uniqueness, a Crown Jewel is a Steinway that truly makes itself heard even before you touch the keys.

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