One of these wonderful Backgammon sets would make a treasured gift for a friend or family member, or even as a treat for yourself. Fully handmade with Gift Box presentation packaging standard.
This set features solid brass furniture which is custom made for Jaques of London, making our pieces truly unique and superior to imitations. Each set comes with a complete set of regulation playing pieces, two dice cups, five dice and a comprehensive rulebook written by John Davidson, one of the games’ most famous players.
Dimensions of Case when closed approx. 38cm x 24cm x 5cm maximum measurements.
Dimensions of Case when open approx. 38cm x 48cm x 2.5cm maximum measurements.
Playing Counters: 3cm Diameter
Dice Shakers: 7.3cm x 7.3cm x 4cm
Dice: 1.5cm x 1.5cm x 1.5cm
Independent Customer Reviews
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All options are UK Mainland only unless stated. Croquet Mallets, Croquet Sets & Luxury Chess are excluded from ParcelShop and Premium delivery see below:
🚚 ParcelShop Delivery – EVRI (3-5 Working Days)
- £3.95 for all orders
🚚 Standard Delivery – EVRI (3-5 Working Days)
- £4.50 for all orders
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- £5.95 for all orders
- Includes Croquet Mallets, Croquet Sets (3–5 Working Days)
- Includes Luxury Chess (5–10 Working Days)
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- £7.95 for all orders
- Order by 1pm Monday – Friday for next-working-day delivery
(excludes weekends & bank holidays)
- Postcode exclusions may apply
🚚 Northern Ireland Standard Delivery – EVRI (7-10 Working Days)
- £7.95 for all orders
- This option is not available for orders that include Croquet Mallets, Croquet Sets & Luxury Chess
*All Orders placed after 1pm on Monday-Friday and placed on a weekend or Bank Holiday will be processed on the next working day.
Returns FAQ's
We want you to absolutely love your new toy! 🧸💛 But if something’s not quite right, no worries, we make returns as easy as a game of tic-tac-toe! You’ve got until 31 January 2027 to send it back, hassle-free. 🎉 Want to know exactly how it works? Check out the process in our next question where we break it all down! 🔍✨
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How it compares
| Other Retailers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Board fittings | Solid brass, custom made for Jaques | Generic stamped metal fittings |
| Case material | Oak case, folds flat to 5cm | Thin veneer or laminated case |
| Rulebook | Written by John Davidson, a noted player | Basic printed rules sheet |
| Presentation | Gift box packaging as standard | Plain box, no gift presentation |
Questions parents ask
what size backgammon set should i buy
This one is 15 inches, 38cm by 24cm closed, opening out to 38cm by 48cm. It suits a table or lap and stores flat, so it is a good middle size if you are unsure between travel and full-size boards.
is this backgammon set solid oak
The case is oak. The fittings are solid brass, custom made for Jaques of London rather than a generic stock part.
what comes with a jaques backgammon set
You get a complete set of regulation playing pieces, two dice cups, five dice and a rulebook written by John Davidson. Everything needed to start a game is in the box.
how do you play backgammon with dice cups and five dice
Each player uses a dice cup to roll their turn, and the set includes five dice in total plus the two cups. The included rulebook by John Davidson explains full play.
what age can a child start playing backgammon
This set is suggested from around 6 to 7 years old. The rulebook is written to take a beginner through the rules from scratch.
how big are backgammon counters and dice
Playing counters are 3cm in diameter, dice are 1.5cm cubed, and the dice shakers measure 7.3cm by 7.3cm by 4cm. Closed, the whole case is only 5cm deep.
is a backgammon set a good gift for a grandparent or adult
It comes in gift box presentation packaging as standard, so it is ready to give without extra wrapping. It suits a treat for yourself just as well as a gift.
what makes jaques backgammon different from a cheap set
The brass furniture is custom made specifically for Jaques of London, not a stock fitting used across other brands. Jaques has made this kind of set since 1795.
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