App $0.99 $ 0. $44.99 $ 44. Experts agree that it's at least 5,000 years old, making it one of the oldest board games in the world. Among the various sets of rules proposed for this game it is hard to tell which version is closest to the original. Various other board games spanning from the 10th to 7th centuries BCE have been found throughout modern day Iraq, Syria, Egypt and western Iran. 5 out of 5 stars (146) $ 67.95. Game play now matches popular online British Museum video demonstrations. These were found in the Royal Tombs of Ur. Ancient boards and pieces were discovered in what was once the region of Mesopotamia. The Royal Game of Ur. 99. The Royal Game of Ur is considered one of the oldest board games in civilization, along with other ancient games like Backgammon or Senet. The Royal game of Ur is an ancient game and a lot is still is known including its original name. The Royal Game of Ur, also known as the Game of Twenty Squares or simply the Game of Ur, is a two-player strategy race board game that was first played in ancient Mesopotamia during the early third millennium BC.The game was popular across the Middle East among people of all social strata and boards for playing it have been found at locations as far away from Mesopotamia as Crete and even … This game dates back to at least 2,500 BC. Our knowledge of Indus Valley beliefs are limited, so this is a first thought, and a long shot. Dec 19, 2020 | by Red Earth. Only 1 available and it's in 5 people's carts. ( The Trustees of British Museum / Provided by the author) Possible Indus Valley Origin . 99. Get it as soon as Wed, Apr 7. These days, modern gaming manufacturers have replicated the game in attractive wooden sets such as this best-selling set from WE Games. The Royal game of Ur is played on a uniquely designed board with each player receiving 14 tokens and using 6 tetrahedron (triangular pyramid shaped) dice to determine their moves. The Royal Game of Ur from 2600 BCE may also be an ancestor or intermediate of modern-day table games like backgammon. It used tetrahedral dice. However, an Indus Valley seal from Mohenjo-Daro (2600-1900 BC) depicting a meditating figure gives hints to an interesting, but unprovable connection … Hnefatafl - The Viking Game - Includes Uniquely Designed Cotton Drawstring Pouch/Bag for Playing Pieces. There are many theories on how the game … Get the best deals for royal game of ur at eBay.com. 4.7 out of 5 stars 439. Dating back as far as 2600 BC, The Royal Game of Ur was a popular strategy game all through the Middle East. The Royal Game of Ur board shape is unmistakably human. 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