Design Of The Royal Game Of Ur

The Royal Game of Ur

The oldest complete board game ever discovered was found inside the Royal tombs at the ancient Sumerian city of Ur in Mesopotamia. Ur of the Chaldees is mentioned in the Bible and the tombs were built more than 5000 years ago. The name of the game isn't known and so it has become known as 'The Royal Game of Ur'.

No-one knows how the game was played but many games historians have used various pieces of evidence to conjecture rules, most notably Irving Finkel, the inimitable British Museum games specialist who broke new ground by deciphering a cuneiform tablet with rules for the game from a later era. A set of proposed rules is included within the game. But if more ideas are needed, we at Masters Traditional Games take such matters very seriously and have published 3 variations of the simple race game in the rules section of our website.

Wooden Royal Game of Ur with Drawer & Pyramid Dice

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Royal Game of Ur - Wooden Board with Storage Drawer, Wooden Pieces & Pyramid Dice

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A nicely made and attractively finished Royal Game of Ur made from hardwood with an integrated storage drawer for the dice and playing pieces.

The design closely follows the original and features clear printed markings and a good use of blue that enhances the aesthetic appeal. The set includes 14 nice wooden playing pieces in black and natural wood finishes and 8 wooden pyramid dice.

Approx. Dimensions:

345 x 133mm
13.6x5.2 inch

A replica Royal Game of Ur board with pyramid dice and wooden playing pieces
The board is made from hardwood and features a storage drawer for the Ur game components
With authentic decoration and design that follows the original board dating back 5000 years
Play with a piece of history - the game was discovered in Royal tombs at the ancient Sumerian city of Ur in Mesopotamia
The game of Ur is simple to learn and play - instructions included
Language of Rules/Instructions: English
For ages: 10+
Number of players: 2
Average game time: 30 minutes

The game is very simple to learn and play and full instructions are included.

This a well made replica of the oldest board game ever discovered allowing you to play with a piece of history!

Contains small parts. Unsuitable for children under 36 months.

Masters Deluxe Replica Royal Game of Ur

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Masters Deluxe Replica Royal Game of Ur with Solid Wood Board, Pyramid Dice & Wooden Pieces

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High quality, stylish version of the game credited as being one of the oldest board games in the world
Made from solid wood with a design that stays faithful to the board found in the Royal Tomb at Ur
Includes wooden pieces, pyramid dice and rules - play with a piece of history, a game that dates back 5000 years
A board game with real historical significance - the ideal gift for any games enthusiast
The Royal Game of Ur is for all ages - it is easy to learn, but engaging and fun
Language of Rules/Instructions: English
For ages: 10+
Number of players: 2
Average game time: 30 minutes

An attractive and stylish version of the Royal Game of Ur. The board is made from solid wood of the Pinewood family, but is denser and heavier than normal Pine.

Approx. Dimensions:

Board - 23 x 9 x 2.5cm, weight - 240g
Board - 9.1x3.5x1 inch, weight - 8oz

This version of the the oldest board game ever found is based on the original board displayed at the British Museum. This famous version of the game was found inside the Royal tombs at the ancient Mesopotamiam city of Ur, now Iraq.

This version of the game features a wonderfully finished board with real aesthetic beauty. The patterns, decorations and colours all compliment each other remarkably well, making the set truly distinctive and undeniably stylish. It includes solid wooden playing pieces - in light and dark wood, 4 pyramid dice and a complete set of rules.

Please note that the rules included with this game are designed to work with three pyramidal binary dice. However, we have included an extra fourth die, so the game can be played with the four dice rules.

Luxurious Oak & Walnut Game of Ur, Handmade in UK

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Luxurious Oak & Walnut Game of Ur, Handmade in UK

Ref: 007160

Was: £ 75.99

£ 69.99

£ 58.33 (Ex.VAT)

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Deluxe handmade Game of Ur by Oakes and Oakes
Oak and walnut game board with wooden playing pieces and pyramid dice
Playing pieces are oak and walnut circular totems with red and blue pips
Featuring a stripped back design that showcases the wood and superior craftsmanship
Supplied with cotton storage bags for the board and pieces
Made in Britain

Approx. Dimensions:

24 x 9 x 2.5cm
9.4x3.5x1 inch

Contains small parts. Unsuitable for children under 36 months.

A deluxe handmade oak and walnut Game of Ur set by London based artisan Oakes and Oakes. The beautifully crafted board features alternating oak and walnut squares with hand-branded Star of Ishtar symbols representing the rosettes found on other boards. The playing pieces are circular totems in oak and walnut with red and blue pips and 3 x pyramid dice complete the set.

Featuring a stripped back design that allows the natural aesthetic of the wood to take centre-stage, this is a luxurious replica of one of the oldest and most historically significant board games.

The set includes rules and 2 x cotton storage bags (1 large bag for the board and a smaller bag for the pieces).

Pyramidal binary die (spare for Replica Royal game of Ur)

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Pyramidal binary die (spare die for Replica Royal game of Ur product code 00K275 only)

Ref: 00K2W5

Was: £ 9.49

£ 5.77

£ 4.81 (Ex.VAT)

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These are pyramidal dice in the form of binary lots. They are replicas of the dice used for the Royal Game of Ur, the oldest complete board game ever discovered.

Each side is approximately 22mm. These are the same dice that come with our Royal Game of Ur (product code 00K275).

Other versions of the game and older versions of this product may come with different size pyramidal dice so if you are buying extras, please make sure they will match before proceeding to buy.