{"title":"Armenian Gifts","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking for a meaningful Armenian gift? This collection brings together our Armenian-themed pieces: backgammon (nardi) and chess sets, wall clocks, glass sets with bronze medallions, pomegranate decor and wall art featuring Mount Ararat, the eternity sign, Etchmiadzin and other churches, Armenian carpet patterns, the alphabet and the coat of arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey make thoughtful gifts for weddings, baptisms, housewarmings, birthdays and holidays, for family and for friends around the world. Game sets can be engraved with a name, date or wish free of charge, and every order ships with a tracking number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse by category: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/armenian-backgammon-nardi\"\u003eArmenian backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/wall-clocks\"\u003ewall clocks\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/cups-glasses\"\u003eglasses\u003c\/a\u003e. Need ideas? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/handmade-chess-backgammon-gift-guide\"\u003ehandmade gift guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chess-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline","title":"Mount Ararat Chess Set, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Mount Ararat chess set, 50 cm (about 20 in) across, is carved from a single piece of beech wood and carries our copyrighted outline of the mountain on its board. The motif was created by Hrachya Ohanyan and has been part of our work since 2000.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpen the board and the players see Mount Ararat from different sides, one from the Armenian side and one from the Turkish side. Known in Armenian as Masis, the mountain is widely regarded as Armenia’s principal national symbol, and according to tradition Noah’s Ark came to rest on it after the Flood. Pale, fine-grained beech holds the detail of the carving well, and the letters and numbers along the field are carved too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 50 x 50 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg (5.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 21103\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. A meaningful gift for chess players and for anyone who treasures Armenian heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/gift-ideas-for-chess-players\"\u003eGift Ideas for Chess Players: 10 Handmade Gifts for Every Level\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-chess-set-with-mount-ararat-outline-personalized-handmade\"\u003eMount Ararat Chess Set, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-chess-set-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline-personalized\"\u003eMount Ararat Chess Set, 60 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44490631708956,"sku":"21103","price":460.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_432.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"wood-handmade-chess-backgammon-set-personalized","title":"Braid \u0026 Ararat Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 50 cm – Model 31107","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarved from a single piece of beech wood, this 50 cm (about 20 in) chess and backgammon set (nardi) brings together a braid pattern and the copyrighted outline of Mount Ararat. Beech is a hard, dense and hard-wearing wood, well suited to a board that sees frequent play. The coordinates of the chessboard, letters and numbers alike, are cast in bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTradition places the landing of Noah’s Ark on Ararat after the Flood, and Armenia’s coat of arms shows mountain and Ark together on its central shield. Backgammon is counted among the world’s oldest games and rewards reasoning: players think flexibly, plan sequences of moves and make their choices quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 50 x 50 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Braid pattern and Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg (5.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31107\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. Chess players who also enjoy a round of nardi will find it a considered gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/backgammon-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eBackgammon Rules for Beginners: Learn to Play in 10 Minutes\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-carved-chess-backgammon-board-with-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eBraid \u0026amp; Ararat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 60 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-wooden-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat\"\u003eBraid \u0026amp; Ararat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491418730780,"sku":"31107","price":519.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_393_af74dac4-a24b-4acc-a17b-46d9eb27dc92.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"wooden-handmade-chess-backgammon-set-personalized","title":"Braid \u0026 Ararat Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 50 cm – Model 31123","description":"\u003cp\u003eFriends who meet for a regular game have two options on this Mount Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi) with a braid pattern, 50 cm (about 20 in) across. It is carved from one piece of beech wood, engraved with that ornamental braid and decorated with the copyrighted outline of the mountain. Letters and numbers cast in bronze mark the chessboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a clear day Mount Ararat can be made out from Yerevan. Backgammon, regarded as one of the oldest of all games, mixes chance and skill: the roll decides what is possible, while flexible thinking, sound calculation and quick decisions decide what happens next. Chess, its companion on the board, is pure strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 50 x 50 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Braid pattern and Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg (5.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31123\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. It earns its place at weekly game nights, where chess and backgammon can take turns all evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-wooden-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat\"\u003eBraid \u0026amp; Ararat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-carved-chess-backgammon-board-with-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eBraid \u0026amp; Ararat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 60 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491430101276,"sku":"31123","price":1188.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_297.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"wood-carved-chess-backgammon-board-with-mount-ararat-outline","title":"Braid \u0026 Ararat Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eLong weekend games and family tournaments have room on this braid-patterned Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi), a 60 cm (about 24 in) board carved out of solid beech in one piece. The braid accompanies the copyrighted outline of Mount Ararat, while bronze letters and numbers label the chess field.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArarat’s two peaks, Greater and Lesser Ararat, belong to a single volcanic massif, and many Armenians hold the mountain sacred. In backgammon, each of the two players moves fifteen checkers around twenty-four points, and the first to bear them all off wins; the game is held to be among the oldest anywhere and rewards a quick, calculating mind. Chess, with its sixty-four squares, completes the pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 60 x 60 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Braid pattern and Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5 kg (7 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31104\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. Collectors of carved boards gain a sizeable piece that combines two motifs and two games.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-handmade-chess-backgammon-set-personalized\"\u003eBraid \u0026amp; Ararat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 50 cm – Model 31107\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-handmade-chess-backgammon-set-personalized\"\u003eBraid \u0026amp; Ararat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 50 cm – Model 31123\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491440783644,"sku":"31104","price":1431.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_93.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"carved-wooden-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat-outline","title":"Ararat Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eAround the dining table, this Mount Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi) gives a family both games on one 50 cm (about 20 in) board. It is carved from a single block of beech and carries the copyrighted outline of Mount Ararat. Its chessboard letters and numbers are carved, not applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe same mountain appears on Armenia’s coat of arms, whose central shield shows Ararat together with Noah’s Ark. Backgammon itself is believed to be one of the oldest games played anywhere; it turns on logic, on a flexible mind, sound calculation of several moves ahead and a readiness to decide quickly. In Armenia the game is usually called nardi, and this board serves for long nardi as well as short nardi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 50 x 50 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg (5.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31105\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. As a housewarming present, it brings a first games evening to a new home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-chess-backgammon-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eArarat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-handmade-carved-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat-personalized\"\u003eArarat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 60 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491454021916,"sku":"31105","price":513.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/105a8531.jpg?v=1791088700"},{"product_id":"wooden-church-of-st-gayane-backgammon-set-classic","title":"St. Gayane Church Backgammon Set, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe seventh-century Church of St. Gayane in Etchmiadzin is engraved on one side of this backgammon set (nardi). One of our classic models, the board measures 60 cm (about 24 in) and is carved from one piece of beech.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe church belongs to the group of monuments at Etchmiadzin that UNESCO has inscribed on its World Heritage List, along with the cathedral, the church of St. Hripsime and the archaeological site of Zvartnots. As in every game of backgammon, chance and skill meet here: the dice decide the numbers, the players decide the moves. For anyone who has walked through Etchmiadzin, the engraving brings a familiar silhouette to the games table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 60 x 60 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Church of St. Gayane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5 kg (7 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 11207\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. At home in a family living room, a parish hall or any room where nardi is played among friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/backgammon-set\"\u003ehandmade backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/backgammon-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eBackgammon Rules for Beginners: Learn to Play in 10 Minutes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491717476636,"sku":"11207","price":548.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/files\/unnamed_3b3f36d5-5053-4a1e-85a2-823658f07501.jpg?v=1791071033"},{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-tajikistan-backgammon-set-wooden-personalized","title":"Tajikistan Coat of Arms Backgammon Set with Ararat Outline, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eGenerous at 60 cm (about 24 in), the board of this Tajikistan coat of arms backgammon set (nardi) leaves two players plenty of space, and long and short nardi can both be played on it. It is carved from one piece of beech, one side is engraved with the coat of arms of Tajikistan, and the set also carries our copyrighted outline of Mount Ararat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach player brings fifteen checkers to a field of twenty-four points, and whoever bears off every checker first takes the game. Ararat, the mountain of the outline, stands in present-day Turkey and is a volcanic massif with a greater and a lesser peak. Hrachya Ohanyan created the outline, and the workshop has used it since 2000.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 60 x 60 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Coat of arms of Tajikistan, Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5 kg (7 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 11850Tajikistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. For a friend with ties to Tajikistan, a board that brings a familiar emblem to every game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/backgammon-board-sizes-guide\"\u003eBackgammon Board Sizes: 30, 40, 50 or 60 cm — Which Should You Choose?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491732713756,"sku":"11850Tajikistan","price":1080.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_527_2.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"wooden-world-map-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat-personalized","title":"World Map Backgammon Set with Ararat Outline, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA map of the world, engraved and filled with colourful epoxy resin, is the main motif of this world map backgammon set (nardi), and our copyrighted outline of Mount Ararat belongs to its design as well. Its 60 cm (about 24 in) board was carved out of a single block of walnut, a traditional furniture wood that responds well to carving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhere the map takes in the whole world, the outline adds one particular mountain, which Armenians widely regard as their chief national symbol. Hrachya Ohanyan designed that outline, and the workshop has kept it in use since 2000. Checkers players have their own field on the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 60 x 60 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Walnut wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: World map in colourful epoxy, Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5 kg (7 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 12168\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. Travellers and map lovers who also enjoy a game of nardi would welcome it as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491795398940,"sku":"12168","price":1192.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/files\/unnamed_ff40c76d-07a9-48e4-b0fa-0013589f5705.jpg?v=1791071329"},{"product_id":"church-of-st-hripsime-wood-carved-backgammon-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat","title":"St. Hripsime Backgammon Set with Mount Ararat, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlayers who know Etchmiadzin will recognise the church on this 50 cm (about 20 in) St. Hripsime backgammon set (nardi), a board as much at home in a study as on a family games table. Its beech board is carved in one piece and then given a natural beeswax finish. The Church of St. Hripsime is engraved on one side and an Armenian ornament on the other, and our copyrighted outline of Mount Ararat joins them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSt. Hripsime belongs to the churches of Etchmiadzin listed by UNESCO as World Heritage, along with the cathedral and the archaeological site of Zvartnots. The ornament on the other side draws on the many motifs, types and forms of Armenian decoration. Khor Virap, a monastery on the Ararat plain, stands within sight of the mountain; Hrachya Ohanyan created its outline, which has been part of our work since 2000.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 50 x 50 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Church of St. Hripsime, Armenian ornament, Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Natural beeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg (5.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 11839\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. Fitting for someone who has visited Etchmiadzin and would like a reminder of it at the games table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44492678693148,"sku":"11839","price":480.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_426.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"wooden-carved-carpet-lori-table-backgammon-set-classic","title":"Lori Carpet Backgammon Table, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eStanding 60 x 60 x 63 cm (about 24 in), this Lori carpet backgammon (nardi) table keeps a board set up for play in a living room, a study or a club room. It is made from one piece of beech and engraved with a picture of an Armenian Lori carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon counts among the oldest games known, and as a contest of logic it favours a supple mind, exact reckoning of the order of moves and quick decisions. The cross-stone pattern is a typical feature of Armenian carpets, whose designs have held symbols and hidden meanings of their own since ancient times.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 60 x 60 x 63 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Lori carpet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 17 kg (22 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 71137\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlywood storage box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach table is completely handcrafted and comes with a certificate of guarantee valid for 25 years. A substantial gift for a milestone birthday in a family that plays nardi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/premium-backgammon-table\"\u003ebackgammon tables\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/how-to-care-for-a-wooden-chess-or-backgammon-set\"\u003eHow to Care for a Wooden Chess or Backgammon Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44492796592412,"sku":"71137","price":1779.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_458.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"wooden-carved-table-backgammon-set-coat-of-arms-of-armenia","title":"Coat of Arms of Armenia Backgammon Table, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis backgammon (nardi) table, 60 x 60 x 63 cm (about 24 in), gives the game a permanent place in a living room or study: two chairs are all it needs. It is made of beech, with the coat of arms of Armenia carved on one side of the board. Similar engraved patterns run all around the playing field and down the legs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe carved emblem reproduces that of Armenia’s First Republic (1918–1920), and its shield carries the arms of historic Armenia’s four royal dynasties. Among the games people still play, backgammon is considered one of the oldest, and it rewards a flexible mind, careful calculation of the moves ahead and the ability to decide quickly. A plywood storage box keeps the pieces together when the table is not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 60 x 60 x 63 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Coat of arms of Armenia and engraved patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 17 kg (22 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 71107\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlywood storage box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach table is completely handcrafted and comes with a certificate of guarantee valid for 25 years. A centrepiece for a household where nardi is part of everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/premium-backgammon-table\"\u003ebackgammon tables\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/how-to-care-for-a-wooden-chess-or-backgammon-set\"\u003eHow to Care for a Wooden Chess or Backgammon Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44492818350364,"sku":"71107","price":2889.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_409.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"wooden-carved-table-backgammon-eternity-classic-set-personalized","title":"Eternity Sign Backgammon Table, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eFurniture and game board in one, this eternity sign backgammon (nardi) table belongs to our classic models and is made from one piece of beech, 60 x 60 x 63 cm in size (about 24 in). Engraved on it, the eternity sign expresses eternal life and Armenian national identity, so the table brings a piece of Armenian symbolism into the room where it stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon is regarded as one of the world’s oldest games, and it is as much a test of thinking as of luck: an adaptable mind, careful working-out of the moves ahead and quick decisions all matter here. As a table in its own right, it needs no dining table to be cleared before a match and can stay set up in a corner of the living room between games.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 60 x 60 x 63 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Engraved eternity sign\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 17 kg (22 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 71110\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlywood storage box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach table is completely handcrafted and comes with a certificate of guarantee valid for 25 years. Suited to a living room or a study that has space for a games table of its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/premium-backgammon-table\"\u003ebackgammon tables\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/handmade-chess-backgammon-gift-guide\"\u003eHandmade Gift Guide: Chess, Backgammon and Wooden Gifts for Every Occasion\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44492839780636,"sku":"71110","price":2354.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_87.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"wooden-carved-chess-backgammon-with-ararat-personalized","title":"Ararat Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Braid \u0026 Contour Outline, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eChess first, then a round of backgammon: this Mount Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi) suits players who enjoy both games and want a single board for them. The 40 cm (about 16 in) board is carved from one solid piece of beech. Its decoration combines the contour outline of Mount Ararat with a braid pattern, and the letters and numbers that mark the chessboard are carved into the wood as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMount Ararat, visible from Yerevan when the sky is clear, is widely regarded as Armenia’s principal national symbol. Backgammon, thought to be among the world’s oldest games, is at heart a contest of logic that rewards flexible thinking, accurate counting of the moves ahead and quick decisions. Chess, played on the same board, leaves the result to the players alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Braid pattern and Mount Ararat contour outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31340\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. Good company for family evenings, when some reach for the chess pieces and others for the backgammon checkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44501257912604,"sku":"31340","price":621.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_42_1.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"handmade-carved-chess-set-with-mount-ararat","title":"Mount Ararat Chess Set, 30 cm – Model 21116","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 30 cm (about 12 in) Mount Ararat chess set begins as one piece of beech, a hard, dense wood, and the board is carved from it in its entirety, down to the letters and numbers beside the squares. Our copyrighted outline of the mountain gives the board its motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHrachya Ohanyan is the outline’s author; it has been in use on our sets since 2000. With the board open, the mountain is seen from two directions, from the Armenian side by one player and from the Turkish side by the other. Khor Virap, a monastery on the Ararat plain, lies within sight of the real mountain. Small as it is, the board offers the complete eight-by-eight field.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 30 x 30 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.5 kg (2.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 21116\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. Collectors of Ararat designs will find it a compact addition to a shelf of carved boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/gift-ideas-for-chess-players\"\u003eGift Ideas for Chess Players: 10 Handmade Gifts for Every Level\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-chess-set-with-mount-ararat-outline-personalized-handmade\"\u003eMount Ararat Chess Set, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/chess-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat Chess Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44501376237852,"sku":"21116","price":324.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_402.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"handcrafted-wooden-chess-set-with-ararat","title":"Chess Set with Carved Mount Ararat, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eMount Ararat, carved into the board of this 40 cm (about 16 in) chess set, is the mountain where, by tradition, Noah’s Ark settled when the Flood was over. The carving follows the copyrighted outline created by Hrachya Ohanyan, a design our sets have carried since 2000, and the board is made of beech.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce the board is opened, the two players look at the mountain from different sides: one sees it from the Armenian side, the other from the Turkish side. For the game itself there is the familiar eight-by-eight field, with carved letters and numbers naming the squares, and a full set of pieces in pale beech and darker walnut. It is a comfortable size for a writing desk, with room left over for a notebook to record the moves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Carved Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 21104\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. Worth giving to a chess player with Armenian roots or a curiosity about the stories around Mount Ararat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44501384921372,"sku":"21104","price":630.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_48.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"wooden-carved-pomegranate-tree-backgammon-set-classic","title":"Pomegranate Tree Backgammon Set, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmaller homes and younger players are well served by this pomegranate tree backgammon set (nardi): at 40 cm (about 16 in), it opens on a coffee table, a desk or a small café table. It is a classic model carved from one piece of beech, a pale wood of straight grain and even texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne side of the board carries an engraved pomegranate tree, and the other is fitted out for draughts, so even this compact set holds two games. At this size it is easy to take from room to room, or along to a friend’s house for an evening, and younger players can reach across the whole field with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Pomegranate tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 11535\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. Small enough for a student’s room, a bedside table or a corner of the office.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/backgammon-set\"\u003ehandmade backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/backgammon-board-sizes-guide\"\u003eBackgammon Board Sizes: 30, 40, 50 or 60 cm — Which Should You Choose?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44512154714396,"sku":"11535","price":293.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/files\/unnamed_92c8e092-4683-41ad-8027-aa2c02f2200c.jpg?v=1791071033"},{"product_id":"handmade-wooden-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat","title":"Ararat Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 30 cm – Model 31111","description":"\u003cp\u003eSized for a coffee table, a desk or a bookshelf, this compact Mount Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi) keeps two games on one 30 cm (about 12 in) board. One piece of beech wood was carved to make it; the surface carries the copyrighted outline of Mount Ararat, and the chess field is marked with letters and numbers cast in bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTradition holds that Noah’s Ark settled on Mount Ararat once the Flood was over. Backgammon has a long history of its own: it is reckoned among the oldest known games, and as a game of logic it calls for a nimble mind, careful calculation of each series of moves and quick decisions. The chess pieces and checkers are made of beech and walnut, so the light and dark sides are easy to tell apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 30 x 30 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.5 kg (2.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31111\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. Handy for a quick game after dinner, whether the mood calls for chess or for nardi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-chess-backgammon-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eArarat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/carved-wooden-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eArarat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44645671600412,"sku":"31111","price":324.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_315_1.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"wood-carved-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat-outline-personalized","title":"Ararat Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 30 cm – Model 31121","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small board with room for both games, this two-in-one Mount Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi) measures 30 x 30 x 3 cm (about 12 in), and its modest size makes it easy to take along to a friend’s house. Carved in one piece from beech wood, the board bears the copyrighted Mount Ararat outline; the chess field is labelled with bronze letters and numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArmenians call the mountain Masis. It is a volcanic massif crowned by two summits, Greater Ararat and Lesser Ararat. On this board, chess offers sixteen pieces a side on an eight-by-eight field, while backgammon, regarded as one of the world’s oldest games, values a flexible mind, precise reckoning of moves and the ability to decide fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 30 x 30 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.5 kg (2.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31121\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. A sensible size for a first set, whether for a child or for an adult new to both games.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/handmade-chess-backgammon-gift-guide\"\u003eHandmade Gift Guide: Chess, Backgammon and Wooden Gifts for Every Occasion\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-chess-backgammon-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eArarat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/carved-wooden-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eArarat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44645763875100,"sku":"31121","price":405.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_539.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"wooden-carved-chess-set-with-mount-ararat-outline-personalized","title":"Mount Ararat Chess Set, 30 cm – Model 21113","description":"\u003cp\u003eChildren learning their first openings and adults short of space are both well served by this Mount Ararat chess set, a 30 cm (about 12 in) board carved from one piece of beech. Masis, as the mountain is called in Armenian, appears on it in our copyrighted outline, and the letters and numbers of the field are carved as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe outline is Hrachya Ohanyan’s work, a copyrighted design that our chess sets have featured since 2000. When the board lies open between two players, each sees Ararat from a different side: from the Armenian side for one, from the Turkish side for the other. At this size it travels easily to a lesson or a tournament.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 30 x 30 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.5 kg (2.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 21113\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. For a young chess player’s birthday, a set that can live on a desk of their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-chess-set-with-mount-ararat-outline-personalized-handmade\"\u003eMount Ararat Chess Set, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/chess-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat Chess Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44645893177628,"sku":"21113","price":273.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_35.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"wood-chess-board-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline","title":"Mount Ararat Chess Set, 30 cm – Model 21119","description":"\u003cp\u003eSet on a footstool between two armchairs or on a low table, this compact Mount Ararat chess set, 30 cm (about 12 in) square, takes up very little room. Its board is carved as a single piece of beech and shows the mountain in our copyrighted outline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany Armenians hold Ararat sacred, and the outline that brings it onto this board was created by Hrachya Ohanyan; the workshop holds its copyright and has used it since 2000. Across the opened board, the view of Ararat differs for each player: one looks at it as it appears from the Armenian side, and the other as it appears from the Turkish side. Carved letters and numbers mark the field, so even a small board keeps its coordinates clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 30 x 30 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.5 kg (2.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 21119\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. On an office desk it invites a short game with a colleague over lunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-chess-set-with-mount-ararat-outline-personalized-handmade\"\u003eMount Ararat Chess Set, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/chess-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat Chess Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44646325616924,"sku":"21119","price":273.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_264.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"wooden-armenian-chess-backgammon-set-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Ararat Outline, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eWidely seen by Armenians as their foremost national symbol and an emblem of their identity, Mount Ararat is the subject of this chess and backgammon set (nardi). Our copyrighted outline of the mountain marks its board, which measures 40 cm (about 16 in) and is cut from a single piece of beech.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts chess figures and backgammon checkers come in beech and walnut, so a pale wood and a darker one face each other across the field. As for backgammon, it is said to rank with the oldest games known and is at heart a game of logic: it favours players who stay adaptable, work out the order of their moves precisely and make up their minds fast. Chess, its partner here, needs no dice at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31109\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. It speaks to anyone who feels a bond with Armenian heritage and enjoys a game of either kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-wooden-chess-backgammon-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Ararat Outline, 50 cm – Model 31106\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-wooden-chess-and-backgammon-set-with-ararat-outline-50-cm-31114\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Ararat Outline, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44646480150812,"sku":"31109","price":432.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_112.jpg?v=1791088703"},{"product_id":"wooden-chess-backgammon-set-eternity-personalized","title":"Eternity Sign Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom one solid piece of beech wood, our workshop carves this eternity sign chess and backgammon set (nardi), which measures 40 cm (about 16 in) across. Beech is a pale timber with a straight grain and a fine, even texture. The board bears the eternity sign, and the letters and numbers of its chessboard are carved as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Armenian the sign is called arevakhach: a sun-like wheel whose arms appear to turn around a centre, their number varying from one example to the next. For the medieval Armenian world, the wheel expressed the idea of an eternal, heavenly life. Backgammon, considered by many one of the oldest games, is a logical game that values flexible thinking, precise calculation of moves and quick decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Eternity sign (arevakhach)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31376\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. Given as a present, it carries meaning for anyone who enjoys both games and the symbols of Armenian art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/chess-backgammon\"\u003e2-in-1 chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/backgammon-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eBackgammon Rules for Beginners: Learn to Play in 10 Minutes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44646511214876,"sku":"31376","price":378.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/105a6975.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"ararat-chess-classic-personalized","title":"Mount Ararat Classic Chess Set, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilt from plywood and beech, this classic Mount Ararat chess set measures 40 cm (about 16 in) across, with the mountain engraved on its board. Ararat counts as a national symbol of Armenia, and many Armenians consider it a holy mountain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe mountain has two peaks; Armenians traditionally call the greater one Masis and the smaller one Sis. According to tradition, it was on Ararat that Noah’s Ark came to rest as the waters of the Flood went down. On this board the engraving keeps that story in view during an ordinary game of chess on the familiar eight-by-eight field.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood and plywood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Engraved Mount Ararat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Brass hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 16010\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. For people who value Armenian tradition, a chess set that carries the story of Ararat into every game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/gift-ideas-for-chess-players\"\u003eGift Ideas for Chess Players: 10 Handmade Gifts for Every Level\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44646688882972,"sku":"16010","price":244.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/105a7010_1.jpg?v=1791088703"},{"product_id":"armenian-wooden-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat","title":"Braid \u0026 Ararat Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo motifs share this braid and Mount Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi): the copyrighted outline of Ararat, a mountain seen by many as Armenia’s foremost national symbol, and an engraved ornamental braid. Its 40 cm (about 16 in) board was carved from a single piece of beech, and its chess field is marked out with letters and numbers cast in bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArmenians know the mountain as Masis. The braid, a pattern of interlaced strands, adds a second, purely ornamental layer to the design. Backgammon, believed to be one of the world’s oldest games, is a logical contest that calls for a supple mind, precise reckoning and quick judgement, while chess, its partner on this board, is decided by the players alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Braid pattern and Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31131\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. Lovers of Armenian ornament will find a national symbol paired here with the interlace of a braid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-handmade-chess-backgammon-set-personalized\"\u003eBraid \u0026amp; Ararat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 50 cm – Model 31123\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-handmade-chess-backgammon-set-personalized\"\u003eBraid \u0026amp; Ararat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 50 cm – Model 31107\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44646941393180,"sku":"31131","price":729.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_366.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"wood-chess-backgammon-with-mount-ararat-outline-personalized-handmade","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Ararat Outline \u0026 Carved Letters, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne piece of beech, carved as a whole, makes up this Mount Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi), a board 40 cm (about 16 in) square. Its surface carries our copyrighted outline of the mountain, and the letters and numbers that name every file and rank of the chessboard are carved straight into the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArarat, the mountain behind the motif, has two summits, Greater and Lesser Ararat, joined in one volcanic massif. The single board serves both games. Chess is settled by the players alone; backgammon, counted among the oldest games still played, lets the dice offer the options and then rewards a flexible mind, a careful count of the moves ahead and the nerve to decide quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31110\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. A good choice for a household where some evenings belong to chess and others to backgammon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/backgammon-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eBackgammon Rules for Beginners: Learn to Play in 10 Minutes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44647162183964,"sku":"31110","price":378.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_52.jpg?v=1791088703"},{"product_id":"armenian-chess-backgammon-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline","title":"Ararat Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eMany Armenians regard Mount Ararat as a sacred mountain, and its copyrighted outline sets the tone of this Mount Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi). Carved from one piece of beech wood, the 40 cm (about 16 in) board holds both games, and even the letters and numbers of the chessboard are cut into the wood. At this size it fits a coffee table or a desk without taking it over.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe mountain is also widely seen as an emblem of Armenian identity. Backgammon, generally held to be one of the oldest games in existence, asks for an agile mind, exact calculation of the moves to come and decisions made without hesitation. Chess is played out on sixty-four squares, with nothing hidden from either player, so one board holds a game of pure calculation and another in which chance and skill meet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31108\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. For players who keep Armenian heritage close, it brings Mount Ararat to every game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/carved-wooden-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eArarat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-carved-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat-outline-personalized\"\u003eArarat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 30 cm – Model 31121\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44647390675228,"sku":"31108","price":405.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_48_51fbd66f-8f2f-4401-b688-5cc3bb23821d.jpg?v=1791088703"},{"product_id":"wood-chess-set-with-mount-ararat-outline-personalized-handmade","title":"Mount Ararat Chess Set, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeasuring 40 cm (about 16 in) a side, this Mount Ararat chess set pairs carved wood with bronze: the board is cut from one piece of beech, while the letters and numbers along the chess field are cast in bronze. It also carries our copyrighted outline of the mountain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom Yerevan, Ararat is visible on clear days. The outline comes from Hrachya Ohanyan and, under copyright, has appeared on our chess sets since 2000. Opened for play, the board presents Ararat to one player as seen from the Armenian side and to the other as seen from the Turkish side. Bronze against beech makes the coordinates easy to pick out during a game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 21105\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. Chess coaches, club organisers and friends who always keep a board set up are its natural recipients.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/handmade-chess-backgammon-gift-guide\"\u003eHandmade Gift Guide: Chess, Backgammon and Wooden Gifts for Every Occasion\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-carved-chess-set-with-mount-ararat-outline-personalized\"\u003eMount Ararat Chess Set, 30 cm – Model 21113\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/chess-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat Chess Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44647563165980,"sku":"21105","price":459.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_44.jpg?v=1791088703"},{"product_id":"wooden-carved-chess-backgammon-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-personalized","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Ararat Outline \u0026 Bronze Studs, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedium in size at 40 cm (about 16 in), this Mount Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi) is decorated with bronze studs as well as with the copyrighted outline of the mountain. The board was carved from one piece of beech wood, and the letters and numbers of its chessboard are cast in bronze too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMasis is the Armenian name for Ararat, which rises in present-day Turkey near the border with Armenia. The pieces for both games are made of beech and walnut, light against dark. Backgammon, counted among the most ancient games known, tends to favour players who think flexibly, calculate carefully and decide quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline with bronze studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31118\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. A birthday or anniversary present that pairs two classic games with the outline of Ararat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/handmade-chess-backgammon-gift-guide\"\u003eHandmade Gift Guide: Chess, Backgammon and Wooden Gifts for Every Occasion\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44647654818076,"sku":"31118","price":486.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_260_1.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"armenian-chess-with-ararat-personalized","title":"Chess Set with Mount Ararat Carving \u0026 Wavy Edge, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis chess set is carved from a single piece of beech wood, with a 40 cm board. Mount Ararat, with its snow-white peaks, is carved into one corner of the board, while a wavy contour edge and an engraved border complete the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMount Ararat is one of the best-known symbols of Armenia, which makes this set a meaningful gift for Armenian families and for anyone who loves a chess set with a story. The board is lacquered and finished with bronze details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood (single piece)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat carving, wavy contour edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Lacquered, with bronze details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 21107\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChess pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrying bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted and backed by a 25-year warranty. Discover more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e and the story of \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in our designs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654060142876,"sku":"21107","price":405.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/3_3_1.jpg?v=1791088703"},{"product_id":"wooden-handmade-chess-backgammon-board-classic-ararat","title":"Classic Ararat Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 40 cm (about 16 in) square of carved beech holds both games in this classic Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi), and the whole board comes from a single piece of wood. Mount Ararat, after which the model is named, is its motif, and carved letters and numbers label the chessboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArmenia’s coat of arms carries Ararat too: its central shield shows the mountain with Noah’s Ark. Of the two games, backgammon, generally considered one of the oldest of all, is the one with dice, yet it remains a game of logic that rewards quick, flexible thinking and good judgement about which checker to move next. Its medium size keeps the set practical for everyday play at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31252\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. It sits easily on a coffee table or a living-room shelf, ready whenever a guest suggests a game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/handmade-chess-backgammon-gift-guide\"\u003eHandmade Gift Guide: Chess, Backgammon and Wooden Gifts for Every Occasion\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654099988764,"sku":"31252","price":459.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_395_1.jpg?v=1791088703"},{"product_id":"carved-handmade-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Ararat Outline \u0026 Bronze Letters, Light Finish, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn a bright study or a living room with pale furniture, this Mount Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi) in a light finish sits comfortably. The board measures 40 cm (about 16 in) and is carved from one piece of beech, a wood whose colour runs from straw to a light pinkish brown. For the chess field, the letters and numbers are cast in bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe copyrighted outline depicts Mount Ararat, which can be seen from the monastery of Khor Virap on the Ararat plain. Backgammon has a very long history and is believed to rank among the world’s oldest games; it is a game of logic for quick thinkers who can count several moves ahead. In chess, by its nature, every piece stays in view of both players.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31119\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. Someone who likes pale wood and bronze details would welcome it as a present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654113325340,"sku":"31119","price":378.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_536.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"armenian-wooden-chess-backgammon-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Ararat Outline, 50 cm – Model 31106","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo games share one 50 cm (about 20 in) board in this Mount Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi), a generous size that leaves the pieces plenty of room. Cut whole from one piece of beech, the board is decorated with our copyrighted Ararat outline, and carved letters and numbers mark out the chess field.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMount Ararat itself rises in present-day Turkey, close to the Armenian border. On this board, chess leaves everything to the players, while backgammon, by most accounts among the very oldest of games, joins chance with reasoning and favours whoever thinks flexibly, plans the order of moves and decides without delay. At this size the set suits a dining table, where others can follow the game as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 50 x 50 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg (5.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31106\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. A generous housewarming present for a home that likes to keep its guests at the table for one more game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/handmade-chess-backgammon-gift-guide\"\u003eHandmade Gift Guide: Chess, Backgammon and Wooden Gifts for Every Occasion\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-wooden-chess-and-backgammon-set-with-ararat-outline-60-cm-31115\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Ararat Outline, 60 cm (Model 31115)\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-armenian-chess-backgammon-set-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Ararat Outline, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654758691100,"sku":"31106","price":567.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_312.jpg?v=1791088774"},{"product_id":"armenian-chess-set-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline-personalized","title":"Mount Ararat Chess Set, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eChess clubs, school chess corners and family rooms with space to spare suit this large Mount Ararat chess set: a 60 cm (about 24 in) board carved whole out of one beech block. The wood is pale, with a straw-like tone, and it carries our copyrighted outline of the mountain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 2000 the outline, Hrachya Ohanyan’s copyrighted design, has been part of our sets, and here it has plenty of room. Once the board is open, the two seats give two views: from one, Ararat is seen from the Armenian side; from the other, it is seen from the Turkish side. A board of this size is best given a permanent home, for instance on a games table or a broad sideboard, where it can stay open between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 60 x 60 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; carved letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg (5.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 21111\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. For chess evenings among friends, when one game is rarely the last.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/chess-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat Chess Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-chess-set-with-mount-ararat-outline-personalized-handmade\"\u003eMount Ararat Chess Set, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654820688156,"sku":"21111","price":963.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/2_2_6.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"wooden-eternity-chess-set-personalized","title":"Eternity Sign Wooden Chess Set, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 60 cm (about 24 in) eternity sign chess set is a classic model carved in one piece from beech wood. Open it, and the inside holds the chess field, framed by a cloth-covered compartment where the chess figures are stored, so the pieces have their own place within the board itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe eternity sign engraved on the board stands for the idea of eternal life. Beyond its frequent use in Armenian architecture, the sign also appears in illuminated manuscripts and in carpets. As for the game, each player commands sixteen pieces on sixty-four squares, and with everything in plain view and no role for luck, every move is a matter of judgement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 60 x 60 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Engraved eternity sign\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4.5 kg (8 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 21279\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. It suits a home library or a study, where a game of chess can be left set up for days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/buy-chess-set\"\u003ehandmade chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/handmade-chess-backgammon-gift-guide\"\u003eHandmade Gift Guide: Chess, Backgammon and Wooden Gifts for Every Occasion\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654862827804,"sku":"21279","price":810.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_554.jpg?v=1791088774"},{"product_id":"wooden-chess-backgammon-set-classic-eternity-with-patterns","title":"Eternity Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Patterns, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eOn a large games table, this classic eternity sign chess and backgammon set (nardi) gives two players a 60 cm (about 24 in) board for both games. It is carved from one piece of beech wood and decorated with the sign together with further patterns, while its chess field carries letters and numbers in cast bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlso known as arevakhach, the eternity sign is a whirling, sun-like wheel, and few motifs occur more often in Armenian architecture: it can be found carved into church walls, gravestones and khachkars. Backgammon is thought to be one of the oldest board games; it is a game of logic that rewards a flexible mind, careful planning of move sequences and quick decisions. Chess, with sixteen pieces per side, is played without any element of chance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 60 x 60 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Eternity sign with patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5 kg (7 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31214\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. Weekends with family around a big table are where it shows its worth, with a game for every mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/chess-backgammon\"\u003e2-in-1 chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/how-to-care-for-a-wooden-chess-or-backgammon-set\"\u003eHow to Care for a Wooden Chess or Backgammon Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654911455516,"sku":"31214","price":1377.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_245_1.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"wood-handmade-carved-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat-personalized","title":"Ararat Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eLarge enough to anchor a games room or a library, this Mount Ararat chess and backgammon set (nardi) spans 60 cm (about 24 in), carved from one block of beech wood. The board carries the copyrighted outline of the mountain, and its chess field has letters and numbers cast in bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMount Ararat stands in present-day Turkey, close to the Armenian border, and the monastery of Khor Virap lies on the Ararat plain within sight of it. A board this size leaves both games space to spare. Backgammon, often named among the oldest games in the world, favours players who can calculate a run of moves accurately and decide fast; chess, on the other hand, gives each player sixteen pieces and no luck to lean on.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 60 x 60 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4.5 kg (8 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31103\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. A centrepiece for long family Sundays, with time enough for a game of each.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/carved-wooden-chess-backgammon-set-with-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eArarat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-chess-backgammon-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline\"\u003eArarat Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44655016116508,"sku":"31103","price":783.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_290.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"armenian-handmade-chess-with-mount-ararat-personalized","title":"Chess Set with Mount Ararat Carving \u0026 Wavy Edge, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis full-size chess set is carved from a single piece of beech wood, with a 60 cm board. Mount Ararat, with its snow-white peaks, is carved into the corner of the board, framed by a wavy contour edge and a finely engraved border.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMount Ararat is a beloved symbol of Armenia, so this board makes a meaningful gift for Armenian families, collectors and chess lovers alike. The board is lacquered and finished with bronze details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 60 x 60 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood (single piece)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat carving, wavy contour edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Lacquered, with bronze details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5 kg (7 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 21117\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChess pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrying bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted and backed by a 25-year warranty. Looking for a smaller board? See the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-chess-with-ararat-personalized\"\u003e40 cm version of this set\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess sets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44660971110684,"sku":"21117","price":648.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_10_1.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"armenian-chess-backgammon-set-carpet-classic-personalized","title":"Armenian Carpet Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, Dark Dotted Pattern, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe carving of this Armenian carpet chess and backgammon set (nardi) starts from one piece of beech wood, and the finished 60 cm (about 24 in) board is engraved with patterns found in Armenian carpets. This version shows a dark dotted pattern, and its chess field is marked by letters and numbers in cast bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArmenian rugs covered floors and decorated walls and furniture; on this board their patterns move from the home onto the games table. Backgammon, which is said to be among the most ancient games, is at its core a game of logic: players weigh their options, calculate a sequence of moves and commit quickly. Chess, its partner here, adds a contest with no luck in it at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 60 x 60 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Dark dotted Armenian carpet pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5 kg (7 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31253\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. A natural choice for someone who loves Armenian rugs and also enjoys a game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/chess-backgammon\"\u003e2-in-1 chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/backgammon-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eBackgammon Rules for Beginners: Learn to Play in 10 Minutes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44661265367324,"sku":"31253","price":548.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/files\/unnamed_da2b627a-1214-4216-9353-4a13653b6704.jpg?v=1791071036"},{"product_id":"armenian-chess-backgammon-board-carpet-classic-set","title":"Armenian Carpet Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, Light Tile Pattern, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeech wood, carved in one piece, forms this 60 cm (about 24 in) Armenian carpet chess and backgammon set (nardi). Its surface is engraved with patterns used in Armenian carpets, here arranged as a light tile pattern, while the chessboard’s coordinates appear in cast bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany Armenian rugs were made as dowry pieces. In Armenia, backgammon usually goes by the name nardi, and one board serves for long nardi and for short nardi alike. The game is believed to be among the oldest in the world and calls for flexible thinking, accurate calculation and decisive moves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 60 x 60 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Light tile pattern from Armenian carpets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks; cast bronze letters and numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5 kg (7 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31269\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 chess pieces and 32 backgammon checkers in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. It suits a wedding or an anniversary, echoing the old custom of giving carpets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/chess-backgammon\"\u003e2-in-1 chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/backgammon-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eBackgammon Rules for Beginners: Learn to Play in 10 Minutes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44661325594908,"sku":"31269","price":548.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/files\/unnamed_2212ae46-7be2-445f-81a0-285ccd6c671d.jpg?v=1791071035"},{"product_id":"armenian-chess-backgammon-with-ararat","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Mount Ararat Carving \u0026 Wavy Edge, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 2-in-1 chess and backgammon set (nardi) is carved from a single piece of beech wood, with a full-size 60 cm board. Mount Ararat, with its snow-white peaks, is carved into the corner of the board, and a wavy contour edge frames the whole design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMount Ararat is a beloved symbol of Armenia, turning this game board into a meaningful keepsake and a heartfelt gift. The board is lacquered and finished with bronze details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 60 x 60 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood (single piece)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mount Ararat carving, wavy contour edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Lacquered, with bronze details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5 kg (7 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31120\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChess pieces and backgammon pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrying bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted and backed by a 25-year warranty. Discover more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44661327757596,"sku":"31120","price":702.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/files\/unnamed_f7c92813-da09-47ff-9b93-62c711f5fbec.jpg?v=1791071036"},{"product_id":"wooden-handmade-eternity-backgammon-classic-board","title":"Eternity Sign Backgammon Set, 30 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eOnly 30 cm (about 12 in) across, this eternity sign backgammon set (nardi) is a compact classic model, carved from one piece of beech. It fits on a café table, a garden bench or a writing desk, and the eternity sign is engraved on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sign symbolises eternal life and stands for Armenian national identity; it is found in illuminated manuscripts and woven into carpets as well as carved in stone. Small as it is, the board holds the whole game, with its mix of chance and skill, and the back is set out for checkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 30 x 30 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Eternity sign\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.5 kg (2.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 11248\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. A first board for a young player learning the game, or a travel companion for someone who plays on the move.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/backgammon-set\"\u003ehandmade backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/how-to-choose-a-handmade-backgammon-set\"\u003eHow to Choose a Handmade Backgammon Set: A Buyer's Guide\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-board-eternity-backgammon-classic-set-persnalized\"\u003eEternity Sign Backgammon Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44661532131612,"sku":"11248","price":354.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_551.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"handmade-carved-carpet-lori-backgammon-classic-personalized","title":"Lori Carpet Backgammon Set, 30 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eJust 30 cm (about 12 in) across, this Lori carpet backgammon set (nardi) suits a bedside table, a desk or a weekend bag, and its reverse carries a draughts board too. It was carved from beech as a single piece, and the engraving on it pictures an Armenian Lori carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArmenian rugs were made above all as dowry pieces, as gifts and as commemorative pieces, and this small board carries one of their designs into everyday play. Armenian carpets are recognised, among other things, by their cross-stone pattern, and carpet patterns, so the story goes, often held secret messages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 30 x 30 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Lori carpet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.5 kg (2.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 11270\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. Easy to take along to a summer house or on a long train journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/backgammon-set\"\u003ehandmade backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/how-to-choose-a-handmade-backgammon-set\"\u003eHow to Choose a Handmade Backgammon Set: A Buyer's Guide\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-carved-armenian-carpet-lori-backgammon-board-classic\"\u003eLori Carpet Backgammon Set, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-carpet-lori-backgammon-classic-handmade-carved-personalized\"\u003eLori Carpet Backgammon Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44661568700700,"sku":"11270","price":232.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_550.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"wooden-pomegranate-tree-epoxy-backgammon-with-copyrighted-mount-ararat-outline","title":"Pomegranate Tree Epoxy Backgammon Set with Ararat, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo players facing each other across a small table have all the room they need on this 40 cm (about 16 in) pomegranate tree backgammon set (nardi), and after the game it fits easily on a shelf. It is carved from one piece of walnut, a wood of warm brown tones, and one side carries an engraved pomegranate tree filled with epoxy resin. Our copyrighted outline of Mount Ararat completes the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Armenian tradition the pomegranate stands for abundance and well-being, and here it grows into a whole tree. Tradition also holds that Noah’s Ark came to rest on Ararat after the Flood. The outline of the mountain is Hrachya Ohanyan’s design, and since 2000 it has been one of the workshop’s signatures. A second game waits on the reverse, which is laid out for draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Walnut wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Epoxy-filled pomegranate tree, Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 12172\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. Well suited to a first flat or a student room, where table space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44661637972252,"sku":"12172","price":486.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/files\/unnamed_b1291ea3-6f7a-44eb-b249-d4b3f8b0a9d2.jpg?v=1791071330"},{"product_id":"wooden-armenian-alphabet-backgammon-classic","title":"Armenian Alphabet Backgammon Set, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarved from one piece of beech and finished with natural beeswax, this classic Armenian alphabet backgammon set (nardi) measures 40 cm (about 16 in), and its back is marked out for draughts. The engraving presents the Armenian alphabet, which according to tradition Mesrop Mashtots created in 405.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMashtots’s letters did more than spell words: they also served as numerals. A popular reading goes further and gives each letter the meaning of a word, so that the whole alphabet reads as a prayer beginning with “Creator” and ending with “Christ”. A board of this size suits a family table, where children can look over the letters between moves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Armenian alphabet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Natural beeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 11592\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. Well chosen for a family teaching children the Armenian letters, or for a godchild learning to read them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/backgammon-set\"\u003ehandmade backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/backgammon-board-sizes-guide\"\u003eBackgammon Board Sizes: 30, 40, 50 or 60 cm — Which Should You Choose?\u003c\/a\u003e See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-alphabet-backgammon-classic-set-wooden-personalized\"\u003eArmenian Alphabet Backgammon Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44661683126556,"sku":"11592","price":293.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_444.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"wooden-hayastan-armenia-backgammon-classic-set","title":"Hayastan (Armenia) Backgammon Set, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlywood and beech wood are combined in this Hayastan backgammon set (nardi), a compact classic board of 40 cm (about 16 in). Its engraved subject is Armenia, and on the reverse the board offers a game of draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHayastan is what Armenians call their own country, a name often traced back to Hayasa and understood as “the country of Armenians”. In Hayastan, backgammon is usually called nardi, so the subject and the game sit naturally together on this board. For Armenians living abroad, a board with this subject is a small piece of home on the games table. The compact size suits a small table, a desk or a corner shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood and plywood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Engraving of Armenia (Hayastan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Brass hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 16305\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. A present for a family celebration, from a birthday to a reunion with relatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/backgammon-set\"\u003ehandmade backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/backgammon-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eBackgammon Rules for Beginners: Learn to Play in 10 Minutes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44661815345436,"sku":"16305","price":191.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_51.jpg?v=1791088776"},{"product_id":"wooden-carved-armenian-carpet-lori-backgammon-board-classic","title":"Lori Carpet Backgammon Set, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarpet patterns have carried their own symbols and secret meanings since ancient times, and the engraving on this 40 cm (about 16 in) Lori carpet backgammon set (nardi) shows one such design: an Armenian Lori carpet. The whole board is carved from one beech piece, and its other face is made for checkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong the features of Armenian carpets is the cross-stone pattern. Such rugs once lay on the floors of Armenian homes and also decorated walls and furniture; here one of their designs becomes the ground for a game. At this size, the board fits a coffee table without crowding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Lori carpet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 11293\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. A good size for weekly games with a neighbour or a colleague.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/backgammon-set\"\u003ehandmade backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/backgammon-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eBackgammon Rules for Beginners: Learn to Play in 10 Minutes\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-carpet-lori-backgammon-classic-handmade-carved-personalized\"\u003eLori Carpet Backgammon Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-carved-carpet-lori-backgammon-classic-personalized\"\u003eLori Carpet Backgammon Set, 30 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44661877145884,"sku":"11293","price":282.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_484.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"wooden-ornamental-motif-backgammon-with-mount-ararat-handmade-carved","title":"Ornamental Backgammon Set with Ararat Outline, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA single piece of beech is carved into this compact backgammon set (nardi), 40 cm (about 16 in) across, and one side is engraved with an ornament. The board also carries our copyrighted outline of Mount Ararat, the mountain Armenians call Masis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon, called nardi in Armenia, is thought to be among the oldest board games anywhere. Ararat is also the mountain on which, as tradition has it, Noah’s Ark grounded when the Flood ended. Hrachya Ohanyan designed the outline, and it has run through our work since 2000. At this size the set is easy to take along when visiting friends or travelling, and a game on it needs no more than a small table; with draughts marked out on the back, two games travel together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Ornament and Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 11138\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. Compact enough to rest on a bookshelf or a side table between games.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/how-to-care-for-a-wooden-chess-or-backgammon-set\"\u003eHow to Care for a Wooden Chess or Backgammon Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44661966176540,"sku":"11138","price":324.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_177_2.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"wooden-backgammon-with-ornamental-snowflake-motif-with-mount-ararat-personalized","title":"Snowflake Ornament Backgammon Set with Ararat, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn engraved snowflake ornament and the outline of Mount Ararat, an emblem of Armenian identity, set the theme of this snowflake backgammon set (nardi). The board measures 40 cm (about 16 in) and was carved in one piece from beech; the snowflake occupies one side, and the outline is our own copyrighted design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Armenian the mountain is called Masis. Its outline comes from Hrachya Ohanyan, and our boards have carried it since 2000. On the back there is room for draughts, so one small board holds two games, and between games it sits comfortably on a desk or a narrow side table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 40 x 40 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Beech wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Snowflake ornament, Mount Ararat outline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 11819\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. A gift for a young player who is just discovering nardi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/mount-ararat-signature-outline\"\u003eMount Ararat in Our Designs: The Story Behind Our Signature Outline\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-backgammon-set-with-ornamental-snowflake-motif-with-mount-ararat\"\u003eSnowflake Ornament Backgammon Set with Ararat, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44662006251804,"sku":"11819","price":324.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_442.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"pomegranate-tree-epoxy-backgammon-wooden-personalized-set","title":"Green Epoxy Pomegranate Tree Backgammon, Walnut, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eOn this green epoxy pomegranate tree backgammon set (nardi), the fruit that symbolises abundance and well-being grows into a whole tree, engraved on one side of the board and filled with green resin. The set measures 50 cm (about 20 in) and is a classic model carved from a single piece of solid wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGreen resin set into the carving lets the tree stand out clearly against the wood. At 50 cm across, the board opens comfortably on a dining table or a desk without taking over the room, and its back is dedicated to draughts for evenings when someone prefers a different game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 50 x 50 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Walnut wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Pomegranate tree, green epoxy resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg (5.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 12621green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery set is completely handcrafted and comes with a 25-year guarantee certificate. For a friend who loves green, a board that brings the colour into every game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/epoxy-resin-backgammon-sets\"\u003eepoxy resin backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/walnut-vs-beech-wood-for-game-boards\"\u003eWalnut vs. Beech: Which Wood Is Right for Your Game Board?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44662175662364,"sku":"12621green","price":594.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_517.jpg?v=1791088776"},{"product_id":"wooden-pomegranate-tree-epoxy-backgammon-set-classic-personalized","title":"Natural Pomegranate Tree Backgammon, Walnut, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeasuring 50 cm (about 20 in), this pomegranate tree backgammon set (nardi) is a mid-sized board that fits a small table or a desk while still giving two players room to move their pieces. It is one of our classic models, cut as one piece from solid wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe engraving on one side shows a pomegranate tree filled with epoxy resin, and the pomegranate itself stands for abundance and well-being. The aim of the game is quick to explain to newcomers: whoever is first to bear off all of their pieces wins. Draughts players, meanwhile, have the other side of the board to themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 50 x 50 x 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Walnut wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Pomegranate tree, epoxy resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Cast bronze hinges and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4 kg (5.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 12621\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 playing pieces in beech and walnut wood, each with a velvet-lined base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDice made from billiard balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded carry case with wooden handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from start to finish, each set is backed by a 25-year guarantee certificate. Suited to a city flat or a home office, where space on the table is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/epoxy-resin-backgammon-sets\"\u003eepoxy resin backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Related reading: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/backgammon-board-sizes-guide\"\u003eBackgammon Board Sizes: 30, 40, 50 or 60 cm — Which Should You Choose?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44662198370588,"sku":"12621","price":594.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/1_464.jpg?v=1791088776"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/collections\/626ab62c57120_img-626ab62c56d86.jpg?v=1791744639","url":"https:\/\/hrachyaohanyan.co\/en-de\/collections\/armenian-gifts.oembed?page=5","provider":"HrachyaOhanyan Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}