It can be assumed that the origins of the game can be found in Egypt. An alquerque playing field was discovered there on a roof slab of the Temple of Sethos I in Kurna. The stone slab was dated to 1400 BC, although it is not known whether and how the game was played at that time. A game called Quirkat was mentioned in the Arabic script Kitab-el Aghani around 950 BC, but again no rules were given. It was probably brought to Spain and Portugal by the Moors, who were Islamised by the Arabs, around the year 711. It stands to reason that "El-Qirkat" became "Alquerque" there over the course of time. Finally, in the 13th century, the rules of the game were written down in a book, the "Libros de los Juegos" - the book of games. King Alfonso X had this work written and it is proven to have been played in ancient Egypt and is the predecessor of our modern-day draughts game. The aim is to capture all of your opponent's checkers by jumping over them, which children as young as 5-6 years old can easily understand.
Our board games are burnt onto leather, making them durable. And the game almost packs itself for transport. All you have to do is press the game down slightly in the centre of the playing field with one finger, pull on the string and the game has packed itself away. It should stay that way for transport. All you have to do now is push the bead up to the bag that has just formed and the game is packed ready for travelling. The games can be used in this way on hikes, on bike tours, in the car or even on long flights. The games are packed so small that the pocket of a jacket is sufficient to take this pleasant form of entertainment with you.
Languages Instructions: DE, FR, IT, EN
Players: 2
Contents: 1 playing field on leather,
12 glass playing pieces + 1 spare
Warning: Caution! Not suitable for children under 3 years. Small parts can be swallowed.
Choking hazard!
Playing field size: 23 cm
