Bidspirit auction | Large Granodiorite Medieval Islamic chess

Large Granodiorite Medieval Islamic chess Gaming Piece, Near Eastern - Abstract gaming piece from the medieval Islamic world, likely part of a chess set. Carved from granodiorite, a coarse-grained igneous rock similar to granite, this piece measures approximately 4 cm in height and 4.7 cm in diameter. Originally known as shatranj, the game reached the Islamic world from India and Persia by the 7th century, eventually spreading to Europe via Islamic Spain. Granodiorite and similar hard stones like diorite were favored for their durability and ”architectural” feel. Size: 4 cm H x Dia 4.7 cm