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So, whether in the comfort of your own home or on the go, there is always time to attack your foes defensive forces and conquer the king.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mahogany-backgammon-set","title":"Wooden Backgammon Set - 15\" Mahogany Backgammon Board","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 15\" Mahogany Backgammon set is finished by hand in the special Jaques Woodcraft Factory and features perfect colour presentation, five dice, two leatherette dice cups, a full quota of wooden playing pieces and hand packaged with tissue paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful Mahogany backgammon board is made with the finest intarsia board inlays and each and every one of the wooden game points is perfectly fitted by hand. The frame is faithful to the specifications of the original design which has been used by Jaques in their manufacture of these products for over 200 years. With custom made, durable solid brass furnishings, five dice, two leatherette cups and a full quota of wooden playing pieces, this set is a perfect example of the Jaques of London craftsmanship and will last for many years - and many thousands of games - to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJaques board games are the perfect example of the quality that Jaques of London’s master craftsmen are renowned for around the world. 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