Black Ring Lizard Skin — Grade 1 | Varanus Salvator

Deep, even black ring lizard with a semi-gloss matte surface. Bleached and dyed for a uniform, pattern-free black that gives designers maximum layout freedom — the look of high-end crocodile at an accessible price.

Specifications

Grade 1 is our top selection: clean, symmetrical scale pattern, minimal natural marks and 95–100% usable surface. Suited to large uninterrupted panels and centre-cut pieces.

Why makers choose this skin

• Consistent black with no visible pattern break — easy to match across multiple skins.
• Thin, flexible and easy to skive for straps and small goods.
• Never embossed or synthetic; every skin is a genuine Varanus salvator.
• Sustainably sourced with full traceability.

Which cut do I need?

Front cut gives a uniform belly-scale panel, ideal for watch straps, wallets and card holders. Back cut shows the natural ombré centre pattern, preferred for feature panels on small bags and footwear. Ring lizard skins are small — plan on 1 skin for a strap or bifold wallet, 2–4 skins for a clutch or small bag.

Shipping, returns and CITES

• Stock: ships from our USA stock or directly from our tannery in Asia.
• Delivery: about 5–7 days within the USA, 7–10 days worldwide. Free shipping on orders over $500.
• Returns: 7-day return window if the skin does not match the promised species, grade or finish.
• CITES: documentation and tags included where applicable, so the skin can legally cross borders and be resold in finished goods.
• No minimum order: buy a single skin or stock a full collection.

Sunny Exotic Leather Tannery has supplied finished exotic skins to luxury brands and independent workshops for over 20 years. Questions about sizing, matching skins for a project or wholesale pricing? Contact us at contact@sunnyexoticleather.com.