Stomachion | The Ancient Puzzle Archimedes Studied 2,000 Years Ago

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Difficulty: Hard

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Descripción

Stomachion is a handcrafted reproduction of perhaps the oldest puzzle in recorded history, attributed to Archimedes of Greece (287-212 BC). Fourteen pieces fit into a square. Reassemble the square, or attempt one of hundreds of other shape challenges.

Each puzzle has precision laser-cut acrylic pieces in contrasting colors, set in a solid wood frame, and includes a wood cover for display and protection. Ships pre-assembled with a printed solution.

14 acrylic pieces in a 7.5 x 7.5 inch square.
Many configurations: square, plus geometric figures, animals, and objects.
Includes: puzzle board, 14 pieces, wood cover, and instructions/solution sheet.
Engrave up to 45 characters on the frame.
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Handcrafted by Creative Crafthouse in Hudson, Florida.

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Product Specifications

Dimensions: 7.5 × 7.5 × 0.75
Materials: Wood, Acrylic
Difficulty Level: Hard
Age Range: Teens (13-18 years), Adults (18+ years), Tweens (9-12 years), Seniors (65+ years)
Piece Count: 14
What's Included: Puzzle board (1), Puzzle pieces (14), Wood cover (1), Instructions and solution sheet (1)
Gift Occasions: Christmas, Birthday, Holidays, Mother's Day, Father's Day
Personalization Available: Yes
Puzzle Type: Assembly, Dissection, Tangram
Category: Brain Teaser Puzzle
Availability: In Stock

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Stomachion?

A handcrafted reproduction of perhaps the oldest puzzle in recorded history, attributed to Archimedes of Greece (287-212 BC). Fourteen acrylic pieces fit into a 7.5-inch square.

Who invented it?

Archimedes, one of the greatest mathematicians of antiquity. The puzzle is also known as the Ostomachion or Loculus of Archimedes.

How difficult is the Stomachion?

Famously difficult. The 14 pieces can be reassembled into the square in 536 distinct ways, counting rotations and reflections as identical, a result Bill Cutler proved by computer search in 2003. Counting every rotation and reflection separately, there are 17,152.