Dominoes

 Dominoes

Dominoes refers to a set of tile-based games, played with dominoes (or gaming pieces). Each domino is a rectangular, square tile. Usually, a line divides the face into two equal square ends. Each end can be marked with a variety of spots (also known by pips or dots), or is completely blank. The backs are identical to the tiles within a set. They can either be blank or shared with others. A domino set can also be called a deck, pack or deck. The European domino set, which is also known by other names such as pieces, bones or stones, men or cards, consists of 28 tiles. It can have any number of spot counts, from zero to six. A domino is a gaming device that can be used for a wide range of purposes, similar to dice or playing cards. You can also enjoy domino toppling, which is another entertainment option using domino pieces.

A boxed domino kit dating from the 19th or early 20th centuries

The first mention of dominoes comes from Song dynasty China, found in the book Former Events In Wulin by Zhou Mi (1232-1298). Modern dominoes appeared in Italy in 18th-century. They differ from Chinese dominoes, however, and there is no evidence linking the two. European dominoes might have been developed by themselves, or Italian missionaries to China could have brought the game over. [2]

Domino is likely the name derived from the resemblance of a carnival costume worn during Venetian Carnival. It often consisted of a black-hooded dress and a white mask. [3][4] Despite being used as a generalization of "polyomino," there is no link between "domino" or the number 2 in any other language. Domino Whist (All Fives), Matador (Domino Whist), and Muggins are the most common domino games. Other popular forms include Texas 42 (Chicken Foot), Concentration, Double Fives and Mexican Train. [5] Fives and Threes is the most well-known pub game in Britain.

Construction and composition of domino set

European-style dominoes have been traditionally made from bone or silver lip ocean pearl oystershell (mother of pearl), ivory or a dark hardwood like ebony. The contrasting black and white pips are inlaid or otherwise painted. Some sets have the top half made of MOP, ivory, bone and the bottom half made of ebony. Other natural materials include stone, marble, granite and soapstone; other woods such as ash, oak redwood and cedar; metals such as brass or pewter; ceramic clay or even frosted glasses or crystal. These sets look more interesting and are often heavier than those made from polymer materials.

Dominoes

Most modern domino sets are made of synthetic materials like ABS, polystyrene, Bakelite, and other phenolic resins. Many sets replicate the appearance and feel of ivory, while others use colored, translucent, and even translucent plastics for a more modern look. Modern sets often use a different color to indicate each value. For example, one-spots might have black dots, while the other-spots might have green, red, or three, respectively. Matching ends can be made easier by using a different color for the dots of each end value. A domino set may be made of the same card stock as playing cards. These sets are light, compact, and cheap. They are also more vulnerable to minor disturbances, such as a sudden wind gust. Sometimes the tiles are fitted with a metal pin in the middle (also known as a pivot or spinner). [6]

The traditional domino sets contain one piece for each combination of two ends having zero to six spots. This is called a double-six set. The highest-value piece (the "double 6") has six pips. The spots between one and six are usually arranged the same as six-sided dice. However, because blank ends have no spots, seven faces can be created, giving 28 unique pieces to a double-six set. 20 Double Suited Poker Chip Set With Aluminum Case