Many consider backgammon the best of all two-player games. It has been a favorite for centuries. Game boards with some properties common to backgammon were excavated at archeological sites in the ancient city of Ur and dated back to 2600 B.C. Similar boards were found among the treasures of King Tut. It wasn't until the 18th and 19th centuries that such games became popular among the working classes, having been a ruling class pastime through the earlier centuries. In 1743, Edmund Hoyle codified the rules and strategy and since then the only change recorded has been the addition of the doubling cube which has added to the challenge and stakes of the game.

Backgammon has remained alive throughout these many years probably because of its continual intrigue and challenge. Although each turn begins with a roll of the dice, backgammon is a game of skill and strategy. Even when defeat seems certain the tide can change and the underdog may win. It is said that you can learn the fundamentals of the game in thirty minutes, but it is a life's work to learn the secrets of the strategy of backgammon.

2 players
Age 8 and up

	This carry-along travel backgammon set will satisfy your need to play as you go. 9" travel backgammon set with leather-look synthetic case Magnetic Strap and zipper 30 chips, dice and cups 2 lbs.
	Colors:     Blue Burgundy
	$38.00