City of Jasmine – Handmade Syrian Backgammon & Chess Board

Damascus has been called the City of Jasmine for centuries, and this board is a small piece of that same craft heritage. It's a handmade backgammon and chess board built to be handed down, not used up — one board, two games, made entirely by hand.

Skilled artisans cut and bundle thin rods of dyed wood and mother-of-pearl, then set them by hand into a solid wood base in the classic Damascene marquetry technique before sealing the surface with a hand-polished natural shellac. The result is a warm, deep shine and a level of detail only patient handwork can produce — a genuine keepsake or gift.

Specifications:

•      Closed Dimensions (L x W x H): 50 x 25 x 9 cm

•      Open Dimensions (L x W x H): 50 x 50 x 4.5 cm

•      Playing Field Size: 40 x 40 mm

•      Includes 30 backgammon pieces (30 mm diameter) and 4 dice

•      Includes 32 wooden chess pieces

•      Weight: 2.2 kg

Please note: Not suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts.