Pachisi set

Title
Pachisi set
Year/Period
19th century or earlier
Region
India
Dimension
Object size: Refer to parts
Accession No.
2015-00643

This pachisi set consists of sixteen rock crystal game pieces and two ivory dice. Pachisi sets made of rock crystals and precious stones are considered expensive and rare. Pachisi is a one of the oldest games originating from the Indian subcontinent. It is often referred to as the national game of India and was played by all groups of society.