Tabula Game Set

The Gloucester tabula set is the earliest surviving board and complete set of counters for the game tabula, a tables game and possible predecessor of backgammon. Discovered on the site of Gloucester’s Norman castle in 1983 and dating from the 11th or early 12th century. This fascinating object made of carved bone is now on display in the museum.

You can find out more about it’s incredible discovery story and how it is kept in pristine condition by adopting it today!

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Your support through adopting will help us to continue to care for our collections and share Gloucester’s story – past, present and future – to engage, inspire and encourage learning for current and future generations. The object adoption is valid for one year after the purchase date.

Please note; your object may be removed from display without notice for essential collections work.