Armenian Backgammon Set - Gandzasar and Shushi
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Armenian Backgammon Set - Gandzasar and Shushi
Discover a handmade Armenian backgammon set that carries two of Artsakh's landmarks, one on each outer panel. Gandzasar Monastery is engraved on the first, its conical dome and stone roofs drawn line by line into pale inlaid wood, with the name Գանձասար written beneath in Armenian script. Turn the board over and the fortress walls of Shushi rise on the second panel, captioned Շուշի. Both sit inside scalloped ovals filled with fine lattice, and a carved braid border runs around the whole board.
This wooden backgammon set comes from the workshop of master Hrachya Ohanyan. It is a full-size board for nardi, the game as it is played in Armenia. Handmade in Armenia.
What's Included
- Folding wooden backgammon board with bronze hinges and clasps
- Wooden checkers in light and dark wood
- Dice set
- Carrying bag
Specifications
- Size: 60 cm / 23.6"
- Material: natural wood, engraved and inlaid, stained and varnished
- Motifs: Gandzasar Monastery on one panel, the fortress of Shushi on the other
- Handmade in Armenia
Why You'll Love It
- Two Artsakh landmarks on one board, each named in Armenian script
- Fine engraved line work in pale wood, framed by a carved braid border
- Full-size playing field, comfortable for a long evening of nardi
The Story on the Lid
Gandzasar means treasure mountain. The monastery has stood above the Khachen valley since the thirteenth century, and its carved dome is one of the finest things Armenian masons ever made. Shushi, on its cliff, was the fortress town that guarded the road to it. Engraving them together on a board for nardi is a quiet way of keeping both close, on a table where the family sits every evening.
About the Artist
Hrachya Ohanyan is an Armenian master woodcarver who began his fine wood craft in 1985 and opened the Hrachya Ohanyan workshop in 2010. Alongside the deep relief boards, the workshop engraves Armenian churches and towns in fine line work like this one. See the range in the Hrachya Ohanyan backgammon collection.
A Gift That Says Armenia
A handmade Armenian backgammon set for anyone who keeps Artsakh in mind. Order today and we ship it worldwide.
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Natural wood
Free shipment
Frequently asked questions
What products do you make?
Handmade luxury chess sets, backgammon boards, and chess tables hand-crafted in Armenia
Are your products handmade?
Yes, each item is handcrafted by skilled Armenian artisans using premium wood and traditional techniques.
Do you ship worldwide from Armenia?
Yes, we ship worldwide from Armenia with secure packaging and tracked delivery. We prepare each piece in 1–3 business days. Made-to-order or engraved pieces take 1–2 weeks. Then standard delivery takes about 5–8 business days to the US and Canada, 3–8 to Europe and the UK, 6–14 to Australia and New Zealand, and 5–20 to the rest of the world.
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 have a 14-day statutory withdrawal right.
Do you accept custom orders?
Yes, selected custom designs may be available upon request
What materials do you use?
We use high-quality natural wood and premium finishing materials designed for durability and aesthetics
Is payment secure?
Yes, all payments are processed through secure and trusted payment systems
