Vintage Japanese Go Game Stone Set

This is a vintage goishi, or go stone, set used to play the popular strategy board game Igo, or Go. This beautiful set of game pieces made from black stone and white shell is contained in lidded dark brown wooden bowls for easy, decorative storage. 
Black and white stones are used as game pieces by two players. By placing the stones on the intersections of lines on a go board, the goal of the game is to section off a larger portion of the board as the other player.

• Black: 159 pc; White: 180 pc
• Stones: stone, shell
• Bowls: wood
• C1940
• Item weight: 1630 grams
• Packed weight: 2100 grams
• Approx. white stone: 22 mm wide x 5 mm thick, black stone: 22 mm wide x 5 mm thick,  bowl: 12 cm wide x 10 cm tall
• Okay condition considering age. Scratches, chips, and marks on bowls. A few stones cracked/scratched/broken (white and black). Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos. 

• This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya

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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.