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Wood Mosaic Backgammon from Syria
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SKU: 149022Wood Mosaic Backgammon from Syria
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Backgammon is the oldest known game in history and originated in Mesopotamia, the Royal Game of Ur, and can be traced as far back as 3000 BC. It was played typically on wood and used stones as markers and dice made of bone, stone, pottery or wood. Played by two players, backgammon was tradtionally played by aristocracy of the ancient civilizations.
Each move is done after the roll of the dice. The winning player defeats his/her opponent by removing all their opponents pieces from the board. A simple game to learn but strategy for the options to move pieces and anticipate your opponents next move is the real challenge. Flip the set over and try your hand at checkers too, using the same game pieces.
In ancient times (3000 years ago) a mosaic was made from glass and rock. Modern times (a few hundred years ago) began the art of wooden mosaic developed in Damascus, Syria. This mosaic art form uses mother of pearl, walnut, rose, lemon, peach & other woods in intricate geometric designs (called Arabesque).
Created in Syria this rectangular mosaic veneer inlaid backgammon set is a great way to play the game in a traditional set. This inlaid Wood and Mother of Pearl Backgammon approximate size is ...Closed Case Size 3"D X 9 1/2"W X 18 3/4"L, Open - 1 1/2"D X 19"W X 37 "L. Included are plastic game pieces, tiny dice, and basic game instructions.
Each move is done after the roll of the dice. The winning player defeats his/her opponent by removing all their opponents pieces from the board. A simple game to learn but strategy for the options to move pieces and anticipate your opponents next move is the real challenge. Flip the set over and try your hand at checkers too, using the same game pieces.
In ancient times (3000 years ago) a mosaic was made from glass and rock. Modern times (a few hundred years ago) began the art of wooden mosaic developed in Damascus, Syria. This mosaic art form uses mother of pearl, walnut, rose, lemon, peach & other woods in intricate geometric designs (called Arabesque).
Created in Syria this rectangular mosaic veneer inlaid backgammon set is a great way to play the game in a traditional set. This inlaid Wood and Mother of Pearl Backgammon approximate size is ...Closed Case Size 3"D X 9 1/2"W X 18 3/4"L, Open - 1 1/2"D X 19"W X 37 "L. Included are plastic game pieces, tiny dice, and basic game instructions.
