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. 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.
This beautiful set of game pieces made from black slate stone and polished shell is contained in carved wood bowls for easy, decorative storage.

• Black: 182 pc   White: 191 pc
• Stones: Stone, shell
• Bowls: Wood
• Item weight: 1885 grams
• Packed weight: 2685 grams
• C1950
• Approx. white stone: 20 mm wide x 5 mm thick, black stone: 22 mm wide x 7 mm thick,  bowl: 13 cm wide x 9 cm tall
• Good condition. Cracks on bowls including one large repaired with old glue. One black piece chipped. Many white pieces with small chips. 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.