Khatam Backgammon Checkers Set
Khatam Backgammon Checkers Set
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This khatam backgammon checkers set is crafted as an elegant refinement to the game, merging ornamental precision with everyday playability. Each piece features high-quality Khatam marquetry, where intricate geometric motifs in brass and wood are embedded into a smooth resin body, creating a surface that feels refined, balanced, and enduring.
Designed for players and collectors seeking to elevate their board without excess, this set offers a discreet expression of traditional Persian craftsmanship, translated into a contemporary, accessible format. The rich gold-toned detailing and crisp geometry give the pieces a decorative presence, while their weight and finish remain perfectly suited for regular use.
Whether used to replace missing pieces or to upgrade an existing board, this khatam backgammon checkers set introduces cultural depth and visual refinement without compromising functionality.
Artistry & Craftsmanship
Each checker is produced using the Khatam Kari technique, a historic form of Persian marquetry in which minuscule elements of brass, wood, and natural materials are assembled by hand into precise, star-shaped geometric compositions.
Unlike boxed or cased editions, this set focuses entirely on the objects themselves. The polished resin finish enhances clarity and durability, allowing the marquetry to remain visually sharp while withstanding everyday handling. The result is a clean, considered expression of craftsmanship, free from unnecessary ornamentation.
The set is presented in a decorative illustrated box inspired by traditional Persian bazaars, offering both protection and display value.
Materials & Techniques
High-quality Khatam marquetry inlay
Smooth resin base with polished finish
Miniature geometric motifs in gold tones
Includes matching dice
Illustrated storage box
What’s Included
30 Khatam checkers (15 black, 15 ivory)
2 dice
Illustrated presentation box
Suitable for:
Any standard backgammon board
Gifts for players, collectors, or art lovers
Travel or secondary boards
Replacing or upgrading existing checkers
Lightweight, durable, and visually precise, this set is designed to integrate effortlessly into both play and display.
Shipping & Provenance
Ships from Paris in secure, protective packaging.
Tracked and insured international shipping available.
Savoir-faire
Each Pilardi piece is the work of skilled artisans, combining traditional techniques — marquetry, hand-painting, block-printing — with a collector's eye for detail. Every object is one-of-one.
Shipping & returns
Each piece is carefully prepared and shipped from Paris with insured, tracked delivery. For deliveries outside the European Union, customs duties, import VAT, or carrier handling fees may be requested by the destination country and are not included in the price. Returns must be requested within 14 calendar days of delivery and are subject to our Return Policy. Items must be returned unused, complete, undamaged, and in their original packaging.
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