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Handmade Backgammon Sets

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Carved Armenian backgammon board propped open with an interlaced knot disc on a smooth lid inside a knotwork border

Knotwork Disc and Border Backgammon Set

Knotwork Disc and Border Backgammon Set
$329.00
$329.00
Ararat and Khor Virap backgammon set closed, carved monastery on a hill before twin peaks with pale wood snow, wavy edge

Ararat and Khor Virap Backgammon Set with Carved Landscape

Ararat and Khor Virap Backgammon Set with Carved Landscape
$259.00
$259.00
Closed walnut backgammon board carved with the twin peaks of Ararat over Khor Virap monastery, framed by leafy branches

Ararat and Khor Virap Landscape Walnut Backgammon Set

Ararat and Khor Virap Landscape Walnut Backgammon Set
$429.00
$429.00
Eagle head backgammon set closed, carved eagle in profile in a rope-rimmed roundel between two lattice-filled ovals
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Eagle Head Backgammon Set with Lattice Ovals

Eagle Head Backgammon Set with Lattice Ovals
$259.00
$259.00 $279.00
Swooping eagle backgammon set closed, carved spread-wing eagle in a rope-rimmed roundel between leaf scrolls, wavy edge

Swooping Eagle Backgammon Set with Leaf Scrolls

Swooping Eagle Backgammon Set with Leaf Scrolls
$259.00
$259.00
Grand flower Armenian backgammon set closed, deep-carved flower with palmettes in a rope ring between lattice panels

Grand Flower and Knot Armenian Backgammon Set Carved on Both Faces

Grand Flower and Knot Armenian Backgammon Set Carved on Both Faces
$789.00
$789.00
Classic wooden backgammon set closed, plain dark-stained lid with the grain showing, straight edges and small clasps

Classic Plain Backgammon Set with Inlaid Chequered Reverse

Classic Plain Backgammon Set with Inlaid Chequered Reverse
$239.00
$239.00
Scorpion backgammon set closed, scorpion with arched tail in a leaf-chain roundel with leaf sprays on a wavy-edged lid

Striking Scorpion Backgammon Set with Leaf Scrolls

Striking Scorpion Backgammon Set with Leaf Scrolls
$189.00
$189.00

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Handmade Chess Sets

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Armenian green epoxy chess set with turned wooden pieces set up, grapes and vine leaves carved round the pale frame

Armenian Green Epoxy Chess Set with Grapevine Frame and Map Inside

Armenian Green Epoxy Chess Set with Grapevine Frame and Map Inside
$969.00
$969.00
Luxury Armenian kings chess set with figural carved pieces set up, kings, horseman and grapes carved round the frame

Luxury Armenian Kings Chess Set with Carved Figural Pieces

Luxury Armenian Kings Chess Set with Carved Figural Pieces
$2,179.00
$2,179.00
Armenian alphabet chess set with wooden pieces set up and the letters carved in pale relief around the board

Armenian Alphabet Travel Chess Set

Armenian Alphabet Travel Chess Set
$269.00
$269.00
Armenian coat of arms chess and backgammon set from above, the arms carved in a round panel at each end of the lattice frame

Armenian Coat of Arms Chess and Backgammon Set with Lattice Frame

Armenian Coat of Arms Chess and Backgammon Set with Lattice Frame
$559.00
$559.00
Armenian travel chess set with ARMENIA lettered on the board, Mount Ararat and grapes, wooden pieces set up, from above

Armenian Travel Chess Set with Mount Ararat and Grapes

Armenian Travel Chess Set with Mount Ararat and Grapes
$199.00
$199.00
Luxury Armenian coat of arms chess set with figural bronze pieces set up on the 23.6 inch / 60 cm board, from above

Luxury Armenian Coat of Arms Chess Set with Bronze Pieces

Luxury Armenian Coat of Arms Chess Set with Bronze Pieces
$1,909.00
$1,909.00
Mount Ararat Armenian chess and backgammon set with turned wooden pieces set up, carry handle at each end, from above

Mount Ararat Armenian Chess and Backgammon Set with Carry Handles

Mount Ararat Armenian Chess and Backgammon Set with Carry Handles
$619.00
$619.00
Turquoise epoxy Armenian chess and backgammon set standing half open with the cast coat of arms on the lattice frame

Turquoise Epoxy Armenian Chess and Backgammon Set with Coat of Arms

Turquoise Epoxy Armenian Chess and Backgammon Set with Coat of Arms
$689.00
$689.00

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Carved Armenian backgammon board standing on its open base, four-leaf knot roundel between two brass knot emblems, handle

Armenian Backgammon Sets

Armenian green epoxy chess set with turned wooden pieces set up, grapes and vine leaves carved round the pale frame

Armenian Chess Sets

Carved Armenian backgammon board propped open with an interlaced knot disc on a smooth lid inside a knotwork border

Backgammon Sets

Carved games table with its mosaic-grid top and the four cabriole legs unbolted and laid beside it

Backgammon Tables

Armenian travel backgammon set closed, Ararat's peaks with a poplar and vineyard furrows in a rope-rimmed oval, handle

Backgammon with Handle

Frequently asked questions

What can I find at CanarianCanary?

Our focus is handmade chess sets, backgammon boards and game tables, carved by Armenian artisans and shipped worldwide.
Are your products handmade?

Yes — every board is made by hand in Armenia. Each product page describes the materials and craftsmanship of that piece.
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 4–9 business days to the US and Canada, 3–7 to Europe and the UK, and 5–12 to the rest of the world.
Will my order arrive safely?

All items are carefully packed with protective materials to ensure safe international delivery
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?

Materials vary by piece — solid beech and walnut, epoxy resin, marble and natural stone. Check each product page for its specific materials.
Is payment secure?

Yes, all payments are processed through secure and trusted payment systems

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