exquisite english mother of pearl inlaid amboyna backgammon board c1890

Description

A fabulous and scarce Backgammon board made from highly prized Amboyna wood, the most precious and expensive timber in the world, sought for it's tight curly grain and rich cognac colour.
Of course it is the intricate and highly decorative Mother of Pearl and Abalone shell inlay that creates this very special and highly collectable box.
The hinged box comes complete with a working key and Mother of Pearl playing chips and two dice.
Dating to c.1890, it remains in excellent condition and measures 17 1/2" x 9" x 2 7/8" while closed.
Item ID: 40677
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Dimensions

Height = 7.3 cm (3")
Width = 44.4 cm (18")
Depth = 22.9 cm (9")

Exquisite English Mother of Pearl Inlaid Amboyna Backgammon Board c.1890

Price

SOLD

Item Ref

40677

Description

A fabulous and scarce Backgammon board made from highly prized Amboyna wood, the most precious and expensive timber in the world, sought for it's tight curly grain and rich cognac colour.
Of course it is the intricate and highly decorative Mother of Pearl and Abalone shell inlay that creates this very special and highly collectable box.
The hinged box comes complete with a working key and Mother of Pearl playing chips and two dice.
Dating to c.1890, it remains in excellent condition and measures 17 1/2" x 9" x 2 7/8" while closed.
Item ID: 40677
FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England
FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England
Internal Ref: 40677

Dimensions

Height = 7.3 cm (3")
Width = 44.4 cm (18")
Depth = 22.9 cm (9")

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