{"title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Sets","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade 2-in-1 chess and backgammon sets — two classic games in one hand-carved wooden board, crafted in the Hrachya Ohanyan workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur 2-in-1 sets are made in walnut and beech, with designs ranging from classic boards and ornamental carving to epoxy resin and our copyrighted Mount Ararat outline — a practical, beautiful gift for families who love both games.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/walnut-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003ewalnut 2-in-1 sets\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/mount-ararat-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eMount Ararat 2-in-1 sets\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/epoxy-resin-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eepoxy resin 2-in-1 sets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"classic-chess-backgammon-set-personalized","title":"Walnut \u0026 Epoxy Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA single board for two games, this walnut chess and backgammon set (nardi) suits a home where an evening may turn to chess or to backgammon. The 50 cm (about 20 in) board is carved from one piece of walnut, a warm brown wood with a mostly straight grain, and the fields for both games are filled with epoxy resin. The chess field is the usual eight-by-eight grid of sixty-four squares, and its letters and numbers are cast in bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon is generally counted among the oldest games in the world, a logical contest that rewards a flexible mind, careful calculation of move sequences and quick decisions. Chess, by contrast, leaves nothing to chance and keeps nothing hidden, so one board holds two very different kinds of 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: Epoxy-filled chess and backgammon fields\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: 32213\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. Wherever chess and backgammon both get played, this board has a place on a coffee table, a study desk or an office shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/epoxy-resin-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003eepoxy resin 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":44490855547164,"sku":"32213","price":1269.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_568_7264882b-2f06-409d-b72a-96f4531bc9a0.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"wooden-chess-backgammon-board-game-carved","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Carved Scroll Ornament, 60 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 2-in-1 chess and backgammon set (nardi) brings two classic games together on one 60 cm board made of beech wood. A deep-carved scroll ornament frames the playing field, and the wavy contour edge gives the board a rich, sculptural look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe board is lacquered and finished with bronze details, and it comes complete with pieces for both games, dice and a carrying bag, so it is ready to play as soon as it arrives.\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\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: 31342\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\u003eA handsome centrepiece for a living room or study and a memorable gift for players who enjoy both games. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/chess-backgammon\"\u003e2-in-1 chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e or learn \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/blogs\/journal\/how-to-care-for-a-wooden-chess-or-backgammon-set\"\u003ehow to care for a wooden game board\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491208360220,"sku":"31342","price":528.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/dsc_2673.jpg?v=1791088700"},{"product_id":"wooden-chess-backgammon-with-copyrighted-contour-outline","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 60 cm – Model 31311","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne piece of beech wood is carved in our workshop into the 60 cm (about 24 in) board of this chess and backgammon set (nardi), and a contour outline forms its design. The chessboard is marked with carved letters and numbers, worked into the same wood as the rest of the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA board of this size gives both games plenty of room and suits a dining table where two players sit facing each other. Backgammon ranks, by common account, among the oldest board games, and its logic prizes adaptable thinking, accurate reckoning of moves in sequence and a quick decision once the dice have fallen. For chess, the other half of the set, each player commands sixteen pieces.\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: 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: 5 kg (7 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31311\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 gift for a player who would rather have one large board for both games than a small one for each.\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. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-wooden-chess-and-backgammon-set-with-contour-outline-50-cm-31371\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-carved-wooden-chess-backgammon-set\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 50 cm – Model 31330\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491224121628,"sku":"31311","price":548.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_415.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"wood-chess-backgammon-board-personalized","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 40 cm – Model 31343","description":"\u003cp\u003eFriends who call in for a game get to choose between two with this chess and backgammon set (nardi). The 40 cm (about 16 in) board sits easily on a coffee table between two armchairs. Our workshop carves it from a single piece of beech, gives it a contour outline and cuts letters and numbers into the chessboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Armenia backgammon goes by the name nardi, and one board serves both its long and its short version. Widely thought to be among the oldest games anywhere, it is a game of logic that favours a nimble mind, accurate planning of each run of moves and quick decisions. When the nardi game is over, the same set turns to chess.\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: 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: 31343\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 housewarming present for friends who like to have a game ready when guests arrive.\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. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-carved-wooden-chess-backgammon-set\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 50 cm – Model 31330\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/personalized-chess-backgammon-set-with-copyrighted-contour-outline-handmade\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 30 cm – Model 31329\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491296080156,"sku":"31343","price":335.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_540.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"personalized-chess-backgammon-set-with-copyrighted-contour-outline-handmade","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 30 cm – Model 31329","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmall at 30 cm (about 12 in), this chess and backgammon set (nardi) fits two games into one compact set carved from a single piece of beech. Its main design feature is the contour outline that gives the model its name, and the chessboard is marked with carved letters and numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon is thought to be one of the oldest games still played, and luck alone will not win it: it calls for flexible thinking, an accurate sense of which moves should come first and the ability to decide without hesitation. A set this compact fits a balcony table or a corner of a café table and still offers both games in full.\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: 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: 1.5 kg (2.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31329\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. Where space is short, it fits two games into very little room.\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\/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-contour-outline-40-cm-31353\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 40 cm (Model 31353)\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-chess-backgammon-board-personalized\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 40 cm – Model 31343\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491307909404,"sku":"31329","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_516.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"wood-chess-backgammon-board-handmade-personalized","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with All-Over Braid Carving, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eBraid carving covers the whole surface of this chess and backgammon set (nardi), a 40 cm (about 16 in) board cut from a single piece of beech. The braid is an interlaced band of strands passing over and under one another, one of the many forms found in Armenian ornament, a tradition rich in motifs, types and patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe letters and numbers marking the chessboard are cast in bronze. Backgammon, among the oldest games on record by common consent, turns on logic as much as on the roll: a supple mind, exact reckoning of a sequence of moves and prompt decisions are what it rewards. Because both games share the board, nobody has to fetch a second set when the mood shifts from chess to backgammon.\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: All-over braid carving\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: 31210\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 board for admirers of Armenian ornament, where the pattern matters as much as the play.\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\/chess-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eChess Rules for Beginners: How to Play Chess Step by Step\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491322818844,"sku":"31210","price":335.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_493.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-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":"wooden-acrved-chess-backgammon-set-personalized","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 40 cm – Model 31319","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn a home where one player reaches for chess and another for backgammon, this chess and backgammon set (nardi) keeps both happy with a single board of 40 cm (about 16 in). It is carved out of one solid piece of beech wood. Its design rests on a contour outline, and carved letters and numbers label the chessboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew games are thought to be older than backgammon, and logic is at its heart: a flexible mind, careful calculation of the order of moves and the knack of deciding quickly are what count. With chess in the same set, an evening can open with a few rounds of nardi and end with a game of chess, or the other way round.\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: 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: 31319\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. Families whose game nights never settle on a single game will get good use out of it.\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. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-wooden-chess-and-backgammon-set-with-contour-outline-30-cm-31373\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 30 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-carved-wooden-chess-backgammon-set\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 50 cm – Model 31330\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44501288223004,"sku":"31319","price":378.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_42.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"handmade-wood-chess-backgammon-carpet-classic","title":"Carpet Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 30 cm – Model 31297","description":"\u003cp\u003eCompact at 30 cm (about 12 in), this carpet classic chess and backgammon set (nardi) comes from one beech piece, carved and then finished with natural beeswax. Beech is a wood that takes a finish well. Patterns used in Armenian carpets are engraved on the board, and its chessboard is lettered and numbered in cast bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe small format keeps both games within easy reach on a side table or a desk. Backgammon, among the oldest games we know of, rewards a flexible mind, sharp calculation of the moves ahead and fast decisions, while chess unfolds over sixty-four squares and owes nothing to luck.\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: Armenian carpet patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Natural beeswax\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: 31297\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 modest-sized piece for collectors who favour waxed wood and carpet ornament.\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\/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\/wood-chess-backgammon-carpet-classic-personalized-set\"\u003eCarpet Classic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 40 cm – Model 31296\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-carved-chess-backgammon-carpet-classic\"\u003eCarpet Classic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 40 cm – Model 31289\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44501360640284,"sku":"31297","price":267.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_414.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"product_id":"wooden-carved-chess-backgammon-set-personalized","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 30 cm – Model 31331","description":"\u003cp\u003eNamed for its contour outline, this chess and backgammon set (nardi) is a compact 30 cm (about 12 in) board carved out of a single beech block. Beyond the outline, its distinguishing detail is metal: the letters and numbers of the chessboard are cast in bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon is often listed among the world’s oldest games, and it is a game of logic as well as dice: a nimble mind, exact reckoning of moves and swift decisions carry a player towards bearing off all fifteen checkers first, which is how the game is won. Chess, with its eight-by-eight board and nothing hidden from either side, completes the pair.\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: Contour 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: 31331\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 graduation is a good moment to give it: two games in one small set, ready to share with friends.\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\/chess-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eChess Rules for Beginners: How to Play Chess Step by Step\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-chess-backgammon-board-personalized\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 40 cm – Model 31343\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-acrved-chess-backgammon-set-personalized\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 40 cm – Model 31319\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44645648957724,"sku":"31331","price":351.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_341.jpg?v=1791088701"},{"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-personalized-chess-backgammon-classic-set","title":"Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Zigzag Lattice Border, 30 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eOn a train journey, at a holiday cottage or in a student room, this classic chess and backgammon set (nardi) fits both games onto one compact board, 30 cm (about 12 in) square, carved in a single piece from beech, a hard-wearing wood. A zigzag lattice runs around its border, and the letters and numbers of the chess field are carved too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon, widely held to be one of the oldest games, may begin with a roll of the dice, but logic decides it: a flexible mind, a good count of the coming moves and a quick decision serve a player best. Chess, on the same board, offers the opposite: no dice, nothing hidden, every move in the open.\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: Zigzag lattice border\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: 31207\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 suits a student who wants both games without giving up desk space.\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. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-carved-chess-backgammon-set-classic\"\u003eClassic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Zigzag Lattice Border, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-chess-backgammon-board-classic-set-personalized\"\u003eClassic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Zigzag Lattice Border, 60 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44645690048796,"sku":"31207","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_111.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"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-handmade-chess-backgammon-classic-set-personalized","title":"Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Smooth Border, 30 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA smooth border frames this compact classic chess and backgammon set (nardi), 30 cm (about 12 in) square, and keeps attention on the playing fields. The set is carved from a single piece of beech, and its chessboard carries carved letters and numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon, commonly called nardi in Armenia, is often described as one of the world’s oldest games, and one board is used for long and short nardi alike. It remains a game of reasoning: flexible thinking, exact calculation of each run of moves and a quick decision usually settle the result. At this size the set fits on a desk or a bedside table and is easy to take along when visiting family.\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: Smooth border\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: 31274\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. A good first set for a young player who is learning chess and backgammon at the same time.\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\/chess-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eChess Rules for Beginners: How to Play Chess Step by Step\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-chess-backgammon-classic-set-handmade-personalized\"\u003eClassic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Smooth Border, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-chess-backgammon-classic-set-personalized\"\u003eClassic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Smooth Border, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44645851627804,"sku":"31274","price":267.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_40_2.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"ornamental-wooden-chess-backgammon-set-with-copyrighted-contour-outline","title":"Ornamental Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 30 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarved out of a single piece of straight-grained beech wood, this 30 cm (about 12 in) chess and backgammon set (nardi) is a two-in-one model with a contour outline. The engraved pattern on its surface belongs to Armenian ornament, a field in which motifs, types and forms come in great variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon has a reputation as one of the world’s oldest games, and at heart it is a thinking game, won through mental agility, a careful reckoning of how the moves should follow one another and quick decisions. For chess, the squares are named by letters and numbers cast in bronze. The set is small enough to take along when visiting friends, so both games can travel together.\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: Contour outline with engraved ornament\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: 31308\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 birthday present for a friend who enjoys both games but has little room for a large board.\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":44645885116700,"sku":"31308","price":267.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_408.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"wood-carved-chess-backgammon-set-personalized-handmade","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Bronze Studs, 30 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis compact 2-in-1 chess and backgammon set (nardi) is carved from a single piece of beech wood, with a 30 cm board. A row of bronze studs frames the playing field, and the engraved border is lacquered for a warm, protective finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 30 cm it is easy to carry and store, which makes it a great choice for travel, a desk or a first handcrafted set.\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 (single piece)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Lacquered, with bronze details\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: 31228\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\u003eEvery set is handcrafted and comes with a 25-year warranty. A thoughtful gift for chess and backgammon lovers of any age. See more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/chess-backgammon\"\u003e2-in-1 chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44645904220444,"sku":"31228","price":351.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/3_1_10.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"wooden-chess-backgammon-classic-board-game-personalized","title":"Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Ornamental Engraved Border, 30 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eFramed by an engraved ornamental border, this little classic chess and backgammon set (nardi) keeps its decoration within the surface: the pattern is cut into the wood rather than raised above it. Its board, 30 cm (about 12 in) across, is carved from a single block of beech.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA flexible mind, an accurate count of the moves to be made in turn and the ability to decide quickly: these are the qualities that backgammon, considered one of the world’s oldest games, asks of its players. Chess, by contrast, puts every piece in view and leaves no dice to blame. Small though it is, the set holds both games and fits easily on a balcony table or a bookshelf.\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: Ornamental engraved border\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: 31206\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. Easy to pack for a weekend in the country or a week by the sea.\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\/chess-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eChess Rules for Beginners: How to Play Chess Step by Step\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44645966709020,"sku":"31206","price":267.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_267.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"wood-carved-ornamental-chess-backgammon-set-classic","title":"Classic Ornamental Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 30 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlywood and beech wood are combined in this compact classic chess and backgammon set (nardi), which measures 30 cm (about 12 in) across, and an Armenian ornamental motif is engraved on it. Armenian ornament has never kept to a single pattern: it varies its motifs, types and forms widely, and this small board carries one of its designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn backgammon, one of the oldest games people know, the dice set out the options and the players do the thinking: a flexible approach, an exact count of the moves ahead and quick decisions are what the game values. Chess, played on the same small board, depends on the players alone. Between games, the set takes up little more space than a large book.\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 and plywood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Armenian ornamental motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Brass 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: 16026\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. Sized for a student’s first shared flat, where shelf space is precious.\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. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/ornamental-chess-backgammon-classic-board-game\"\u003eClassic Ornamental Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-ornamental-chess-backgammon-set-classic-handmade-carved\"\u003eClassic Ornamental Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 60 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44646009438492,"sku":"16026","price":217.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_301.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"armenian-wooden-chess-backgammon-carpet-classic","title":"Carpet Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 30 cm – Model 31268","description":"\u003cp\u003eOnly 30 x 30 x 3 cm (about 12 in) in size, this carpet classic chess and backgammon set (nardi) fits a shelf or a bedside table and still holds two complete games. Its board, carved from one piece of beech wood, is engraved with patterns used in Armenian carpets, and bronze-cast letters and numbers serve as the chess coordinates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArmenian rugs were made as gifts and as commemorative pieces, and this board borrows its ornament from them. Backgammon is a game for two, with fifteen checkers a side moving around twenty-four points; it has a reputation as one of the oldest games of all and rewards flexible thinking, sharp calculation and quick decisions.\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: Armenian carpet 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: 1.5 kg (2.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31268\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. Compact enough to travel, it keeps a game within reach on holidays and weekends away.\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\/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\/wood-chess-backgammon-carpet-classic-personalized-set\"\u003eCarpet Classic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 40 cm – Model 31296\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-carved-chess-backgammon-carpet-classic\"\u003eCarpet Classic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 40 cm – Model 31289\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44646094668060,"sku":"31268","price":267.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/105a3667.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":"wooden-chess-backgammon-set-handmade-personalized","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Bronze Details, Straight Edge, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 2-in-1 chess and backgammon set (nardi) is carved from a single piece of beech wood, with a 40 cm board and a clean straight edge. The board is lacquered and finished with bronze details for a classic, understated look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe mid-size 40 cm format sits comfortably on a coffee table or desk while still giving plenty of room to play, whether you are setting up chess or a game of backgammon.\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\u003eEdge: Straight\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: 31229\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. Compare it with the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-chess-backgammon-handmade-set-personalized\"\u003ecurved-edge version of this 40 cm set\u003c\/a\u003e or browse all \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/chess-backgammon\"\u003echess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44646554992924,"sku":"31229","price":351.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_20.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"chess-backgammon-classic-set-personalized","title":"Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Bronze Studs \u0026 Letters, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eBronze is the defining detail of this classic chess and backgammon set (nardi): it appears in the studs that decorate the set and in the letters and numbers of the chessboard, which are cast in the metal. As for the wood, the set is carved in one piece from beech and measures 40 cm (about 16 in) a side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany consider backgammon one of the most ancient games in the world, and it asks a good deal of the mind: flexibility, an accurate sense of how moves should follow one another and the ability to decide quickly. Chess, its partner here, is a game of open information, with every piece in view and no dice thrown. At this middle size the set fits a coffee table as easily as a desk.\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: 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: 31218\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 wedding anniversary is a fitting moment to give it: two games for two people to share.\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\/chess-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eChess Rules for Beginners: How to Play Chess Step by Step\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44646727287068,"sku":"31218","price":432.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_304.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"product_id":"wood-chess-backgammon-carpet-classic-personalized-set","title":"Carpet Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 40 cm – Model 31296","description":"\u003cp\u003eArmenian rugs were made mainly as dowry pieces, gifts and commemorative pieces, and the ornament engraved on this carpet classic chess and backgammon set (nardi) is taken from patterns used in those carpets. Measuring 40 cm (about 16 in), the board is carved from a single beech piece, and the letters and numbers on its chess field are cast in bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon, which has a claim to being among the world’s oldest games, values a flexible mind, careful reckoning of the moves to come and the ability to decide without delay. Chess, its companion in this set, asks for foresight and leaves no room for chance.\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 carpet 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: 3 kg (4 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31296\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. Armenian heritage, carpet craft and two classic games meet in a single gift.\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\/chess-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eChess Rules for Beginners: How to Play Chess Step by Step\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/chess-backgammon-carpet-classic-personalized\"\u003eCarpet Classic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-wooden-chess-backgammon-carpet-classic\"\u003eCarpet Classic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 30 cm – Model 31268\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44646846529820,"sku":"31296","price":354.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_355.jpg?v=1791088703"},{"product_id":"handmade-carved-chess-backgammon-carpet-classic","title":"Carpet Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 40 cm – Model 31289","description":"\u003cp\u003eA reading corner or a games shelf is a good home for this 40 cm (about 16 in) carpet classic chess and backgammon set (nardi), finished with natural beeswax. Its beech board was carved in one piece and then engraved with ornament drawn from Armenian carpets. Letters and numbers in cast bronze identify the files and ranks of the chessboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Armenia, backgammon is commonly known as nardi, and the same field is used for its long and short forms. Thought of as one of the world’s oldest games, it is decided by quick thinking and accurate calculation as well as by the roll. Chess, the other game on this board, leaves nothing to chance.\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 carpet patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Natural beeswax\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: 31289\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. Ready for a slow Saturday, with chess in the morning and backgammon after lunch.\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. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-wood-chess-backgammon-carpet-classic\"\u003eCarpet Classic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 30 cm – Model 31297\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/armenian-wooden-chess-backgammon-carpet-classic\"\u003eCarpet Classic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 30 cm – Model 31268\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44646893388060,"sku":"31289","price":354.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_416.jpg?v=1791088702"},{"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-carved-chess-backgammon-set-classic","title":"Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Zigzag Lattice Border, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA living-room coffee table is the natural place for this classic chess and backgammon set (nardi), whose 40 cm (about 16 in) board is a single carved piece of beech. A zigzag lattice decorates its border, and carved letters and numbers mark out the files and ranks of the chessboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeighbours who drop in for coffee can choose their game: chess, where nothing is left to chance, or backgammon, which many reckon among the oldest games of all. Despite the dice, backgammon is a game of logic, in which quick, flexible thinking and an accurate count of moves in sequence pay off. The two share a single board, so the table stays uncluttered.\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: Zigzag lattice border\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: 31203\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. In a study or a den, it waits within reach for the next 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\/how-to-care-for-a-wooden-chess-or-backgammon-set\"\u003eHow to Care for a Wooden Chess or Backgammon Set\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-carved-personalized-chess-backgammon-classic-set\"\u003eClassic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Zigzag Lattice Border, 30 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-chess-backgammon-board-classic-set-personalized\"\u003eClassic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Zigzag Lattice Border, 60 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44647003652380,"sku":"31203","price":378.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_109.jpg?v=1791088703"},{"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":"wooden-chess-backgammon-classic-set-handmade-personalized","title":"Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Smooth Border, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo players at a kitchen table, or a pair of friends in a study, have room enough on this classic chess and backgammon set (nardi), 40 cm (about 16 in) square. It is a middle size, roomy enough for relaxed play and still easy to carry from room to room. A smooth border runs around the edge, and the whole set is carved from one solid piece of beech.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the border kept plain, the carved letters and numbers beside the chess squares and the points of the backgammon board carry the design. Backgammon ranks among the oldest games known, and it is still a test of logic in which flexible thinking, sound counting and the ability to decide fast make the difference. Chess, by contrast, keeps every piece in plain view and leaves nothing to the dice.\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: Smooth border\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: 31275\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. Between games it can stay closed on a living-room sideboard, ready for the next round.\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. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-handmade-chess-backgammon-classic-set-personalized\"\u003eClassic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Smooth Border, 30 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-chess-backgammon-classic-set-personalized\"\u003eClassic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Smooth Border, 50 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44647601996060,"sku":"31275","price":324.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_41.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":"wood-chess-backgammon-handmade-set-personalized","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Bronze Details, Curved Contour Edge, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 2-in-1 chess and backgammon set (nardi) is carved from a single piece of beech wood, with a 40 cm board shaped with a curved contour edge. The board is lacquered and finished with bronze details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flowing outline gives the board a softer, more decorative look, so it is as much at home on a shelf as on the game 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 (single piece)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge: Curved contour\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: 31332\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. Prefer a cleaner silhouette? See the \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-chess-backgammon-set-handmade-personalized\"\u003estraight-edge version of this 40 cm set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654073119004,"sku":"31332","price":351.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_1_5.jpg?v=1791088703"},{"product_id":"wood-chess-backgammon-board-with-an-ornamental-braid-pattern-classic-personalized","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Woven Braid Border \u0026 Bronze Studs, 40 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt 40 cm (about 16 in), this chess and backgammon set (nardi) is large enough for relaxed play and small enough to keep on a bookshelf between games, and its board is carved from one piece of beech. Its border is an engraved braid with a woven look, and bronze studs add touches of metal to the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChess and backgammon ask different things of a player. Chess keeps nothing hidden, while backgammon, regarded as one of the oldest games in existence, brings in the dice yet remains a game of logic, where flexible thinking, careful calculation of the moves to come and a quick decision tend to carry the day.\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: Woven braid border 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: 31271\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 fitting present for the grandparent who first taught the family both games.\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\/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":44654088880412,"sku":"31271","price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_342.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":"wood-chess-backgammon-classic-set-personalized","title":"Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Smooth Border, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor a family that likes to alternate between the two games, this classic chess and backgammon set (nardi) puts both on a board of 50 cm (about 20 in). A smooth border and a body carved from a single piece of beech give it a plain, classic look that fits a dining table as easily as a games corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor chess there are sixty-four squares in an eight-by-eight field, with carved letters and numbers alongside to name each square. Backgammon, regarded as one of the oldest board games in the world, is as much about logic as about the dice: it favours a flexible mind, careful calculation of where each checker should go and a readiness to decide 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: Smooth border\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: 31276\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. A fitting housewarming gift for a couple who enjoy a quiet game after dinner.\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. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-chess-backgammon-classic-set-handmade-personalized\"\u003eClassic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Smooth Border, 40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wooden-handmade-chess-backgammon-classic-set-personalized\"\u003eClassic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Smooth Border, 30 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654133870876,"sku":"31276","price":382.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_322.jpg?v=1791088703"},{"product_id":"ornamental-chess-backgammon-classic-board-game","title":"Classic Ornamental Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eSquare, 50 cm (about 20 in) to a side and built from plywood and beech wood, this classic chess and backgammon set (nardi) gives each game a comfortable field and carries an engraved Armenian ornamental motif. Armenian ornament works with a broad vocabulary of motifs, types and forms, and the motif engraved on this board is one word from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLogic sits at the heart of backgammon, a game reputed to be among the oldest ever devised: it repays players who stay flexible, count their moves accurately in sequence and decide without dithering. Chess, by comparison, is calculation from the first move to the last. The engraved ornament keeps the board decorative when it is not in play.\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: Armenian ornamental motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Varnished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: 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: 16016\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. For a household where the children play chess and the grandparents play nardi.\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\/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-ornamental-chess-backgammon-set-classic-handmade-carved\"\u003eClassic Ornamental Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 60 cm\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/wood-carved-ornamental-chess-backgammon-set-classic\"\u003eClassic Ornamental Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set, 30 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654142751004,"sku":"16016","price":321.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_320.jpg?v=1791088774"},{"product_id":"wooden-chess-backgammon-board-with-an-ornamental-braid-pattern-personalized","title":"Walnut Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Braid Ornament, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eGenerous at 50 cm (about 20 in), this chess and backgammon set (nardi) gives both games a roomy board. It is carved from one solid piece of wood, inlaid with another wood and engraved with an ornamental braid, while the letters and numbers of its chess field are cast in bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArmenian ornament, from which the braid comes, offers motifs, types and forms in great variety. Backgammon, thought by many to be among the oldest games in the world, depends on logic: it asks for adaptable thinking, an exact sense of how one move leads to the next and the confidence to decide at once. At this size the set suits a games room or a study with a table of its own.\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: Braid ornament with inlay\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: 32214\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. Of interest to collectors of carved game boards, for the inlay as much as for the braid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/walnut-chess-backgammon-sets\"\u003ewalnut chess and 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 See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-walnut-chess-and-backgammon-set-with-ornamental-braid-pattern-30-cm-32205\"\u003eWalnut Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Braid Ornament, 30 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654467252508,"sku":"32214","price":1674.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_298.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"wooden-chess-backgammon-board-handmade-carved-personalized","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Bas-Relief Floral Border, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 50 cm (about 20 in) board of this chess and backgammon set (nardi) is carved whole from beech, and its border is worked in bas-relief: a floral ornament raised slightly above the surrounding surface. Floral work of this kind is one strand of Armenian ornament, an art that has developed a great many motifs, types and forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBronze, cast into letters and numbers, labels the files and ranks of the chessboard. When the evening moves on to backgammon, the dice come out, yet this game, counted among the oldest in the world, is at heart a matter of reasoning: it values a flexible mind, an accurate count of moves in sequence and quick decisions. Chess, the other game in the set, keeps nothing hidden and leaves nothing to chance.\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: Bas-relief floral border\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: 31273\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. Meant for a player who studies the carving on the border as closely as the position on the board.\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":44654483964188,"sku":"31273","price":1431.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_254_1.jpg?v=1791088774"},{"product_id":"wood-chess-backgammon-board-with-braid-pattern-personalized","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set, Braid Pattern \u0026 Contour Outline, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA braid pattern and a contour outline shape the look of this chess and backgammon set (nardi), and the 50 cm (about 20 in) board that carries them is carved from one piece of beech. In the braid, strands weave over and under one another; the contour outline is the second part of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor chess, the files and ranks are labelled in cast bronze. Backgammon, which many count among the oldest games of all, is played with dice but decided by reasoning: it rewards flexibility, a precise count of how a run of moves will unfold and the readiness to commit quickly. Its generous size suits two players who sit down to a game most evenings.\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 contour 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: 31323\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. An anniversary gift for a couple who settle their friendly rivalries over a board.\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\/chess-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eChess Rules for Beginners: How to Play Chess Step by Step\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654490419484,"sku":"31323","price":1080.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_96.jpg?v=1791088774"},{"product_id":"chess-backgammon-classic-wooden-personalized","title":"Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Lattice-Carved Border, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eParents teaching their children both games have plenty of room on this classic chess and backgammon set (nardi): the 50 cm (about 20 in) board comes from one piece of beech and has a lattice carved into its border. The letters and numbers beside the chess squares are carved as well, so a child can call out each square by its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe two games make a good pair for learning: chess has no dice and nothing hidden, while backgammon, held to be among the oldest games anywhere, mixes chance with logic and rewards a flexible mind, accurate counting of the moves to come and quick decisions. The wide board leaves young players room to move their pieces without knocking the others over.\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: Lattice-carved border\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: 31286\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. To mark a retirement, when afternoons finally have room for unhurried games with grandchildren.\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":44654498775324,"sku":"31286","price":443.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/4_94.jpg?v=1791088774"},{"product_id":"handmade-carved-wooden-chess-backgammon-set","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 50 cm – Model 31330","description":"\u003cp\u003eHard, dense and hard-wearing, beech is the wood of this chess and backgammon set (nardi), and one block of it yields the entire 50 cm (about 20 in) board. Its design is defined by a contour outline, and the chessboard’s letters and numbers are cut into the same beech.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon has a long reputation as one of the world’s oldest games. Dice are part of it, yet the game turns on logic, rewarding a flexible mind, an exact sense of the order of moves and decisions made without delay. Between games the set closes and can wait on a bookshelf until someone suggests another round, whichever of the two games it turns out to be.\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: 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: 4 kg (5.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31330\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 collectors of carved game boards who want chess and nardi in a single set.\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. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-carved-wooden-chess-backgammon-with-copyrighted-contour-outline\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 60 cm – Model 31321\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-wooden-chess-and-backgammon-set-with-contour-outline-60-cm-31313\"\u003eChess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Contour Outline, 60 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654512996636,"sku":"31330","price":486.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/105a8467.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"wooden-chess-backgammon-classic-board-game-personalized-1","title":"Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Floral Engraved Border, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA floral ornament, engraved into the border, gives this classic chess and backgammon set (nardi) its character. The motif brings plant forms into a game board otherwise built from geometry: the squares of chess and the points of backgammon. The board itself, 50 cm (about 20 in) across, is carved out of solid beech in one piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike the border, the letters and numbers beside the chess field are cut into the wood itself. Backgammon goes back so far that it is counted among the world’s oldest games, yet what decides it is thinking: a flexible mind, a sequence of steps worked out precisely and a decision taken without delay. At this size both games have comfortable room, whether two friends meet for chess or the whole family takes turns at 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: Floral engraved border\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: 31205\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. A Father’s Day present for a dad who plays chess with the children and nardi with his friends.\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\/chess-rules-for-beginners\"\u003eChess Rules for Beginners: How to Play Chess Step by Step\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/products\/handmade-carved-chess-backgammon-set-classic-personalized\"\u003eClassic Chess \u0026amp; Backgammon Set with Floral Engraved Border, 60 cm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hrachya Ohanyan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654560968988,"sku":"31205","price":443.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_61_2.jpg?v=1791088774"},{"product_id":"wooden-chess-backgammon-classic-board-personalized","title":"Classic Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Zigzag Ornament Border, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarving this classic chess and backgammon set (nardi) begins with one piece of beech wood, a hard, dense timber, and ends with a 50 cm (about 20 in) board edged by a zigzag ornament border. The letters and numbers that label the chessboard are carved as well, in keeping with the rest of the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon is widely held to be among the world’s oldest games. Behind the roll of the dice lies a game of logic, which rewards players who stay flexible, work out the order of their moves with care and decide without hesitating. Armenians generally call it nardi, and long and short nardi are both played on the same board. Chess, the other half of the set, leaves nothing at all to chance.\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: Zigzag ornament border\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: 31222\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. As a housewarming present, it equips a new home with two classic games at once.\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":44654590165276,"sku":"31222","price":486.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/5_365.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"wooden-chess-backgammon-set-with-copyrighted-contour-outline-personalized","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Contour Outline \u0026 Carved Letters, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eEverything in this chess and backgammon set (nardi) starts with one piece of beech wood: the 50 cm (about 20 in) board, with its contour outline, is carved from it, and so are the letters and numbers of the chessboard. The chess pieces and backgammon checkers are made of beech and walnut, one pale and one darker wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon, often described as one of the earliest board games known, rests on logic and favours mental flexibility, an exact reckoning of the order of moves and the ability to decide quickly. Its aim is easy to state, to bear off all fifteen checkers before the opponent does, yet each roll of the dice opens a choice of routes. Chess, in the same set, is decided without any dice at all.\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: 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: 4 kg (5.5 kg packed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Hrachya Ohanyan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 31322\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 thoughtful present for a grandparent who enjoys teaching both games to the next generation.\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":44654684111132,"sku":"31322","price":443.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/2287\/8748\/products\/2_2_7.jpg?v=1791088775"},{"product_id":"personalized-chess-backgammon-board-with-copyrighted-contour-outline","title":"Chess \u0026 Backgammon Set with Contour Outline \u0026 Bronze Studs, 50 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor players who divide their evenings between two games, this chess and backgammon set (nardi) puts both on a 50 cm (about 20 in) board carved from a single piece of beech. Its design brings together a contour outline and bronze studs, and the chessboard’s letters and numbers are cast in bronze as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBackgammon is reckoned to be among the oldest games people still play, and its logic rewards a flexible mind, careful planning of a run of moves and decisions taken quickly. For chess, the bronze coordinates let every move be named and written down. 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Collectors of game boards will value it as much for its bronze details as for the two games it holds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/collections\/chess-backgammon\"\u003e2-in-1 chess and backgammon sets\u003c\/a\u003e. 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