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A Chinese set with 148 black tiles, where the markings sit bright against a dark face instead of pale on pale.
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Description
keyboard_arrow_downMahjong sets are almost universally pale, and pale tiles have a specific weakness: they are played on pale tables, under warm light, in the evening. Ivory characters on ivory tiles on a cream cloth is a harder read than anyone acknowledges, and it gets harder every year for the people who play most.
A black tile inverts the problem. White and coloured markings on a dark face is the highest contrast arrangement available, and it holds up under a dim lamp at the end of a long evening.
The traditional Chinese count is 144: 108 suit tiles, 16 winds, 12 dragons, 8 flowers and seasons. A set of 148 carries four extra, which are spares.
Those four are the difference between a set that survives a decade and one that quietly becomes unusable. Tiles are lost, not broken, and a set with no spares is one dropped tile away from retirement.
Pale tiles show every mark: the grey shine where thumbs rest, the faint stains from a hand that had been holding a glass. Black shows none of it. A dark set looks the same after three years of weekly play as it did new, which is a real advantage over its life rather than a cosmetic one.
The reverse is true of dust, which is visible on black in a way it is not on ivory. A quick wipe before a session handles it.
Barely damp cloth. No solvent. Store contained and out of prolonged heat.
What's included
keyboard_arrow_downSpecifications
keyboard_arrow_down| Tiles | 148 |
|---|---|
| Material | Plastic |
| Colour | Black |
| Age | 14 and over |
Shipping & returns
keyboard_arrow_downOrders leave our warehouse within 24 hours on business days, with tracking on every parcel. Standard shipping across the United States takes 3 to 6 business days and is free over $34.99 — $5.90 below that. Express delivery arrives in 2 business days.
Changed your mind? You have 15 days from delivery to send it back, unused and in its original packaging. Once we receive and check the return, the refund goes back to your original payment method.
Perfect for game nights !
The quality honestly surprised me. The tiles feel premium, easy to read, and the antique box looks beautiful on the table. We’ve already used it several times with friends and everyone loved it. Definitely worth it!
Counted by hand
Every set is opened, counted and checked before it leaves us. What the listing says is what lands on your table.
Made to travel
Cases close flat and latch properly. Take the set to a friend's place without leaving half of it behind.
Easy on the eyes
Deep, clean engraving on tiles that read at a glance, under lamplight as well as daylight.
Experience the timeless joy of Mahjong with beautifully crafted sets designed for both play and display.
Whether you’re hosting a casual game night or learning the game for the first time, our collections bring together strategy, fun, and a premium aesthetic that makes every session feel special.
At the beginning of the game, all Mahjong tiles are shuffled face down on the table. Each player then stacks their tiles into a wall. Once the walls are connected together, every player draws their starting hand of tiles.
Players take turns drawing one tile and discarding another. The goal is to slowly build the perfect combination of sequences, pairs, and matching sets while paying attention to the tiles discarded by opponents.
Win the game by completing a full Mahjong hand before the other players. Strategy, observation, and timing are key — every decision can change the outcome of the game and make each round exciting and unique.
More than just a board game, each Mahjong set is a true collector’s piece. From elegant tiles to unique designs and premium finishes, every detail is made to stand out.
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