Stomachion | Archimedes' Ancient Wooden Puzzle

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Regular price$33.95

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All standard orders normally ship within 1 business day.

Custom orders normally ship within 2 business days.

Description

Stomachion is a handcrafted wooden 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 is precision laser-cut from contrasting wood species and includes a wood cover for display and protection. Ships pre-assembled with a printed solution.

  • 14 wooden 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.
  • Browse more in the math puzzles or expert wooden puzzles collections.

Handcrafted by Creative Crafthouse in Hudson, Florida.

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Add a personalized laser engraving to your puzzle or game.

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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

Personalize It!

Did you know we can add a custom laser engraving to every puzzle and game? Well, we can. Add a personal touch to your gift with a name or message.

Personalized laser engraving

a puzzle being laser engraved with personalized text by creative crafthouse

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Stomachion?

A handcrafted wooden reproduction of perhaps the oldest puzzle in recorded history, attributed to Archimedes of Greece (287-212 BC). Fourteen 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 pieces can be arranged in 17,152 distinct ways to form a square (a result determined by computer search in 2003 after the Archimedes Palimpsest was studied).

Does it only solve to a square?

No. The 14 pieces can also be arranged to form animals, ships, geometric figures, and hundreds of other shape challenges.

What is included?

Puzzle board, 14 wooden pieces, a wood cover, and a printed instructions/solution sheet.

What materials are used?

Precision laser-cut wooden pieces in contrasting wood species, with a wood cover. (Some variants include an acrylic display window.)

What are the dimensions?

7.5 x 7.5 x 0.75 inches.

Can I personalize the Stomachion?

Yes. We laser engrave up to 45 characters on the frame.

Where is it made?

Handcrafted by Creative Crafthouse in Hudson, Florida.

Who is the Stomachion a good gift for?

Math enthusiasts, history buffs, classics teachers, mathematicians, and anyone who loves puzzles with deep historical roots.

How fast do orders ship?

Standard orders typically ship within 1 business day. Personalized orders usually ship within 2 business days.