Helena Queen Carved Tournament Backgammon - Ash

One of the world’s oldest and most loved games, so beautifully designed you’ll want to leave it on display even when it’s not in play. This exquisite Queen Carved Backgammon Set from Turkish brand Helena will make a perfect gift for the traditional games enthusiast and a delightful addition to any living room or games room.    The case is expertly hand crafted from real wood veneers on solid wood, and the lid is inlaid with a striking checkerboard panel using mother of pearl inlay and the intricate hand carved detail to the edge it the work of master craftsmen. Each piece featuring beautifully unique grain, meaning no two sets are the same.   An aged brass tone clasp opens to an exceptionally smooth playing surface. Using the traditional art of marquetry, contrasting real wood veneers are hand applied to create the detailed playing points and decorative patterns.  Colour coded wooden checkers, 2 pairs of dice, a doubling cube and a set of curved wooden shakers are included – everything you need for a game.   Add personalised engraving to a brass plate to the exterior of the box for the ultimate gift.   Product Details:   30 wooden checkers   4 dice   1 doubling cube   1 pair of wooden dice cups   Size of closed board: 60 cm x 30 cm   Size of open board: 60 cm x 60 cm  Weight: 4.8kg  Includes branded protective case  For advice read our Choosing Your Backgammon Board guide. Once you’ve chosen your favourite board, our Set Up and Rules of Play blog will help you win your first game.