Backgammon is a beautiful and ancient game. If you explore the history of backgammon, it is widely reported that the game first originated somewhere in the Iranian region of Iraq and was played on all sorts of different surfaces including bone, pottery, and shell, and some of these have been found. the most beautiful games from to 2600 BC! In fact, the Romans were known to play an early version of backgammon, and apparently it was quite a popular game and Emperor Claudius even liked it so much that he actually wrote a story about it (although no copies have survived). What this means in terms of backgammon games is that there are so many different types that it almost boggles the imagination. Including sets made from ivory, bone, and wood, as well as the type of backgammon sets we’ll be discussing in this article, ceramic backgammon sets.

In these days of the internet, it’s quite nice to play backgammon in a traditional game! Because these days it has become more and more common to play backgammon online. Now don’t get me wrong, there are many advantages to this approach. When you play backgammon online, you can instantly connect with thousands of players from all over the world. You can immediately match up with people of a similar level to you, and you can also play whenever and wherever you want. So there is a lot to say about it. However, one aspect that online backgammon really lacks is that personal touch. It means that you cannot directly interact between the board and your opponent. And in many ways this is a shame, because a well-made game of backgammon is more of a work of art than a game.

One thing to consider when looking for a ceramic backgammon set is the weight of the board. This should not be underestimated, because if you are looking for something that is lightweight and suitable for travel, then a ceramic backgammon set should not necessarily be your first choice. They tend to be quite heavy, so they are better suited to being the centerpiece of a well-designed room, rather than being frequently moved items. Tied to this is the size of the board. These can vary so you need to decide what size you need, for example some boards will be 21 x 26 inches (when open) while others will be 24 x 15 inches. And you also need to decide if you want the Checkers to be ceramic or an alternative material. The same is true for the dice cup holder and the dice themselves.

One of the first steps you should take is to look for other backgammon sets in materials other than ceramic. The reason for doing this is not to dissuade you from owning a ceramic backgammon set, but because there tend to be a lot more sets made in other materials, and you’ll get a better idea of ​​things like color schemes, board sizes, and general layouts. . Once you’ve done that, then the world is your oyster, and you can really start looking for that ceramic backgammon set you’ve always dreamed of owning! I discuss many more of your backgammon options in the links below, so check them out if you’re interested in learning more about backgammon.