Eternity Sign Walnut Backgammon Set in Beeswax Finish, Classic Outline
$756.00
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Eternity Sign Walnut Backgammon Set in Beeswax Finish, Classic Outline by Hrachya Ohanyan
Walnut, unstained and finished with beeswax, with the eternity sign carved up out of it: a whirl of raised curved blades in a beaded ring, honeycomb and lattice around. This is the 60 cm / 23.6″ Armenian wooden backgammon set made by Hrachya Ohanyan, classic outline. Handmade in walnut, with 32 wooden checkers, dice cut from billiard balls and a branded carrying case.
This is the board for the person who wants the sign in real walnut with a soft, hand-rubbed surface — darker grain, warmer glow, no stain and no gloss. The whirl is carved in full depth, each blade rising from the hollow centre to the rim so the sign turns in light and shadow as you walk past; a beaded ring closes it, cusped panels of fine honeycomb stipple sit either side, diamond lattice fills the corners and rope borders run to the moulded rim. The back carries the same lattice with two smaller whirls.
Inside it is all walnut too: the points drawn in line work and cross-hatched rather than stained, a wheel ornament in a scrolled ring on each half, and an ornate bronze hinge on the bar. For the study with the walnut desk, the Armenian who collects the sign in every material, and the player who wants the grain to show and the wood to feel like wood.
Specifications
- Size open: 60 × 60 cm / 23.6″ × 23.6″
- Size folded: 60 × 30 cm / 23.6″ × 11.8″
- Material: walnut wood, natural colour, finished with natural beeswax (matt)
- Carving: Armenian eternity sign in full relief, its rays raised as curved blades round a hollow centre, inside a beaded ring; cusped panels of honeycomb stipple; diamond lattice corners; rope borders; lattice and two smaller eternity whirls on the back
- Outline: Classic — a square frame with a moulded rim
- Hardware: cast-bronze hinges and clasps
- Craftsmanship: entirely handmade by Hrachya Ohanyan
What's Included
- Hand-carved backgammon board
- 32 beech and walnut checkers with velvet bases
- Dice set cut from billiard balls
- Branded carrying case
Why You'll Love It
- Walnut, not stain: the colour is the wood itself — the grain runs through the whirl and the lattice alike, and it deepens with the years.
- Beeswax, not gloss: the surface is rubbed with natural beeswax, so the board is matt, warm to the hand and easy to refresh with a cloth — the lacquered sister board is the one with the shine.
- Make it theirs: add a name or a date at checkout to mark a birthday, a retirement or years of games together.
Good to Know Before You Buy
Is the carving real? Yes. The whirl is carved in full relief into the walnut, blade by blade, and the honeycomb stipple, lattice, beaded ring and rope borders are cut into the same lid. It is finished with natural beeswax, not stained or lacquered; nothing is printed, cast or applied.
How does this differ from the lacquered eternity board? Same pattern, same walnut, same price — the difference is the finish. This one is rubbed with beeswax and stays matt; the other is lacquered and gloss. Choose by the room: beeswax for a soft, furniture-like surface, lacquer for shine and a harder skin.
What about shipping and returns? Shipping is free to the US, Canada and Europe, always tracked; other countries pay a flat $100 (Brazil, Chile and New Zealand $200). Every set is covered by our 30-day returns policy.
How do I look after it? Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from radiators. Wipe with a dry, soft cloth, refresh the surface with a little beeswax polish now and then, and store it closed in its carrying case.
About the Artist - Hrachya Ohanyan
National Master Hrachya Ohanyan began his fine woodcraft in 1985 and founded his workshop in Yerevan in 2010. This board belongs to his collection of wooden backgammon sets, each one made by hand by the craftspeople of that workshop. Read Hrachya Ohanyan's story or explore the full backgammon collection.
Also known as nardi (нарды), nardy, tavla or shesh besh.
Hand-carved
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Frequently asked questions
What products do you make?
Handmade chess sets, backgammon boards and chess tables, carved by hand in Armenia.
Are your products handmade?
Yes. Every piece is handmade and handcrafted for you in Armenia, most of them in master carver Hrachya Ohanyan's workshop in Yerevan. That is why each one takes 1–2 weeks to make.
Do you ship worldwide from Armenia?
Yes. Shipping is free to the US, Canada and all of Europe; other countries pay a flat $100 for tracked delivery, and Brazil, Chile and New Zealand pay $200, always tracked and insured. Every piece is handmade and handcrafted for you, so it takes 1–2 weeks to make. Delivery then takes about 7–9 business days to the US, Canada, Europe and the UK; other regions may take a little longer. Orders over $600 travel by express courier with signature. Tables go by insured furniture freight and arrive about 2–4 weeks after they are finished.
Will I pay customs duties?
US and EU orders are delivered duties paid, so there is nothing more to pay on arrival. For other countries, import fees depend on local rules; write to us and we will help you estimate them.
What is your return policy?
You can return any order within 30 days of delivery, for any reason, worldwide. Faulty or damaged items return free; for change-of-mind returns the item must be unused in its original packaging and you cover return shipping. EU and UK customers also keep their full statutory rights, including a 14-day withdrawal right.
Can I talk to someone before I buy?
Yes. Call or message us on WhatsApp at +374 41 777 882 for a personal consultation about any piece. We are happy to send more photos, help with size and engraving, and answer any question.
Do you accept custom orders?
Yes. Tell us what you have in mind on WhatsApp (+374 41 777 882) or at contact@lionlaurel.com, and we will talk through the size, wood and engraving with you.
What materials do you use?
Mostly solid beech and walnut, carved by hand. Some boards add epoxy resin, amber stones or bronze details; each product page lists its own materials.
Is payment secure?
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