18 semi-precious mineral gemstones (2 are spares). The game of Solitaire is reputed to have been invented by a nobleman confined in the Bastille prison during the early years of the French Revolution. The game is played with 36 marbles. The object is to eliminate all but one marble, which should ideally end up in the center of the game board. Size: 3.5'' height x 13.75 diameter.
Size marbles: Large 3 0 mm 1. Material: Hand-made & polished semi-precious gemstone marbles, non-endangered cherry wood. Finish: Antiqued distressed French finish. Is a board game for one player involving movement of pegs on a board with holes. Some sets use marbles in a board with indentations.
The game is known simply as Solitaire in the United Kingdom where the card games are called Patience. It is also referred to as Brainvita (especially in India), while one popular commercial version is also used generically, Hi-Q.
According to a popular story, the game was invented by a French aristocrat in the 17th century, when incarcerated in the Bastille, explaining the game's less common name Solo Noble. John Beasley (author of "The Ins and Outs of Peg Solitaire") has extensively searched for evidence to support this, and has found it lacking.
The first reference to this story appeared in 1810, more than a hundred years after the alleged event. He believes that the colorful tale is fiction, yet it persists. In other sources, the invention of the game is attributed to the Native Americans-there is also no evidence to support this. The first evidence of the game can be traced back to the court of Louis XIV, and the specific date of 1697, with an engraving made that year by Claude Auguste Berey of Anne de Rohan-Chabot, Princess of Soubise, with the puzzle by her side.
Several works of art from that time show peg solitaire boards, demonstrating that the game was highly fashionable. He article "Peg solitaire" is part of the Wikipedia encyclopedia. Authentic Models Inc was created more than 40 years ago in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Authentic Model's expertise and interests go back many centuries. More Solitaire Venetian Glass & Gemstone Marble Games Are Available. After that the item will be re listed. Models & furniture are securely packed with foam sheets, peanuts or bubble wraps.This item was in stock at the time of listing. This will assure that your message will be received. Auctiva Offers Free Image Hosting and Editing. This item is in the category "Toys & Hobbies\Games\Board & Traditional Games\Contemporary Manufacture".
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