Inspired by the timelessly elegant style of its founder Aerin Lauder (granddaughter of Estée), this mahjong set features beautifully engraved cream melamine tiles presented in a stunning shagreen case with brass details and suede interior lining. US$1,250
Berluti
Berluti’s expertly crafted mahjong set features wooden playing pieces that are intricately etched in the stylings of Chinese brush-and-stroke calligraphy, and are conveniently cased in a portable clutch made from the brand’s signature Venezia leather so that you can have fun on-the-go. US$7,675
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Brunello Cucinelli
Presenting a warm palette of cream and brown, Brunello Cucinelli’s mahjong set is made up of fine European walnut wood and marble-inspired synthetic stone. Delicately crafted in the hamlet of Solomeo, Italy, each tile is carved with absolute precision by laser. The set also includes two handcrafted dice. US$7,495.
Geoffrey Parker
English luxury game maker Geoffrey Parker has partnered with expert craftsman Liu Jun to create a mahjong set like no other. Hand-carved from ox bone and bamboo, the playing pieces are cased in an ostrich leather-bound trunk that comes with compartments for cigars, crystal glasses and decanter. Alternatively, there’s a more portable and cheaper attaché case option. From US$3,765 to US$35,800.
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Hermès
Presented in the brand’s iconic orange-brown palette, the Hermès’ Helios mahjong set will add a classy touch to any game. Housed in a box made from solid palisander wood, the printed tiles are crafted from soft calfskin leather, helping to cushion any loud shuffling sounds. US$40,400
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Prada
Saffiano leather is the key player in Prada’s mahjong set. Featuring acrylic resin game pieces wrapped in Saffiano leather, the game comes in a black Saffiano leather case with an eye-catching red interior and the Prada’s iconic lettering emblazoned on the front. US$3,845.
Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren Home’s custom-designed Joanna mahjong set offers hand-painted leather tiles set in cherrywood, and comes lovingly wrapped in a cream leather case with brass detailing. US$2,700.
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S.T. Dupont
Perhaps the world’s most opulent rendition of the age-old game, each of the 144 unique tiles from S.T Dupont’s mahjong set is handcrafted from Tanzanian ruby, with detailed engravings carved in gold vermeil. Encrusted in Burmese rubies and diamonds, the pieces are encased in a custom mahogany wood box with ebony veneer. US$966,650.
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Tiffany & Co.
Encased in the brand’s signature blue, Tiffany &Co.’s first-ever mahjong set includes a leather case that is secured with a lock-and-key closure. The grey suede interior stores engraved tiles, scoring sticks and dice made from American walnut, sterling silver and leather. US$15,000.
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Louis Vuitton
With only 10 sets available across the globe, Louis Vuitton’s limited edition mahjong set is one for the history books. Having released its first rendition of the game over 20 years ago, the French luxury brand’s new take on the Chinese classic features stunning jade playing pieces sheathed in a signature monogrammed leather trunk. US$82,000
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