Remember the good old days, relaxing on a lazy weekend afternoon playing a game of checkers with your family? It has become a popular American tradition. Draughts, as it is known in Great Britain, has ancient roots. It is believed, the earliest form of checkers was discovered in an archeological dig at Ur in Iraq. These beautifully made brown and natural wood checkers are a necessity for any Checkers game. It's the perfect game to play with your kids to start your own family traditions!