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Morta pipes owe their characteristic black color to the natural process undergone by morta wood, a precious material obtained from roots or stumps of plants buried in the earth for long periods. Over time, the wood fossilizes and mineralizes, undergoing carbonization that deeply darkens its surface. This process makes the wood very compact and durable, giving the pipe a smooth finish and an elegant, distinctive appearance. The black coloration is therefore not due to artificial treatments but results from a natural phenomenon that enhances the material, making every morta pipe unique. 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