Manopoulos 19-inch Wood Backgammon Set – Walnut with Printed Field. …

·         Wycliffe Brothers 21-inch Tournament Backgammon Set. …

·         Zaza & Sacci Leather Backgammon Set.

·         Hector Saxe Epi Leatherette Backgammon Set.

·         Hector Saxe Faux Snake Backgammon Set – Light Blue.

Why are backgammon sets so expensive?

Backgammon sets can be expensive, up to $5000, because of their unique design, premium materials such as leather and wood, and handcrafted work. The premium backgammon sets are pieces of art made by famous brands that can become a family heritage.

What is the setup for backgammon?

Each player has fifteen checkers of his own color. The initial arrangement of checkers is: two on each player’s twenty-four point, five on each player’s thirteen point, three on each player’s eight point, and five on each player’s six point. Both players have their own pair of dice and a dice cup used for shaking

What is the best size backgammon board?

A 21 x 26 inches backgammon board is quite big, and these larger sizes are ideal for the dedicated players who play quite frequently. If you are an occasional pastime player, however, then consider going for smaller boards measuring 24 x 15 inches.

Is backgammon a skill or luck?

Backgammon is a game of skill, and the more skill you have, the more likely you are to win. That is proven time and time again in tournaments and match results. But it is proven only in the long run. In the short run, just about anyone can beat anyone given enough luck, and when you have dice, you have luck.