Description: HNEFATAFL SET BEAUTIFUL GLASS CRYSTAL PIECES DURABLE VINYL PLAYING MAT 14 x 14 inchesTHE GREAT GAME OF ANCIENT SCANDINAVIALong before chess came to Northern Europe, board games of skill were widely played, by Vikings, Britons, Laplanders, and in all the surrounding areas. Going by many names, and with local variations, “hnefatfl” featured a central king and his defending army pitted against a great mob of invaders. In recent years, this classic game has had its rules standardized, and has become very popular once again. It is played in international tournaments, and is a favorite pastime of game fans around the world.THE PIECESThe pieces are made of clear glass, with felted bottoms. The king is a fine glass crystal, mounted on his pedestal. Size: the King is approximately 1.5 inches (38 mm) tall, 3 cm in diameter. The remaining pieces are clear glass cabochons, 1 inch (25 mm) in diameter. The pieces alone weigh approximately 10 ounces. They are padded on the bottoms for enjoyable play, and protection of the playing surface.THE PLAYING MATThe playing mat is designed after the archaeological finds, with the decoration shown by Linnaeus of 1732. It is made of high quality, durable vinyl, similar to many of the playing mats used in chess tournaments. It is washable and with basic care will last for many years. Size: The mat measures approximately 14 inches on each side, with playing squares of 1¼ inches.THE OFFICIAL COPENHAGEN RULESThe recent edition of the official tournament rules is included, known as the Copenhagen Rules. While hnefatafl has been reconstructed from centuries of clues in ancient manuscripts, serious modern players have fine-tuned the rules here, to make the game stand up to modern standards of analysis.PACKAGINGThe set comes in a sturdy corrugated cardboard box, for use in storage and travel. SHIPPING FREE SHIPPING within the U.S. by USPS Priority Mail (2-3 business days). INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING (see rate posted) USPS Priority Mail International (delivery times vary). INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMS MAY APPLY – Buyer must pay any customs or tariffs charged by destination country (VAT in Europe, etc.).
Price: 75 USD
Location: Sarasota, Florida
End Time: 2023-10-19T00:49:56.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Game: Hnefatafl
Character Family: chess
Gender: All
Ages: 8 and up
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Material: GLASS CRYSTAL
Theme: Vikings
Year: 2019
Brand: AncientChess
Recommended Age Range: 8 and up
