Golden Pagoda Mahjong Set

Bring elegance and strategy to game night with this complete vintage Mahjong set, beautifully housed in a textured orange faux leather case with "Golden Pagoda" written on the front. This western style set includes all standard game tiles, featuring traditional Chinese characters and symbols in crisp red, black, and green ink, with a smooth ivory-toned finish. The tiles are neatly organized into removable trays for easy access and secure storage.

Key Features:

• Complete Set: Includes full set of Mahjong tiles, dice, wind indicator, and other essential accessories.

• Classic Design: Tiles feature timeless Chinese suits (Bamboo, Characters, Circles), Birds, and Flower tiles.

• Storage Case: Sturdy orange faux leather case with metal latch closure and internal organization trays.

• Portable: Compact design with carrying handle makes it easy to take to game nights or family gatherings.

• Condition: Good vintage condition. Minor scuffs to the exterior case consistent with age and use. All tiles appear clean and free of cracks or chips. Latch and hinges function properly.

Key Features of Western-Style Mahjong:

1. Arabic Numerals and Latin Letters on Tiles:

   • Many of the tiles in your set have Arabic numerals (1–9) and Roman letters like “N,” “S,” “E,” and “W” (for North, South, East, West winds), which are not present in traditional Chinese sets.

   • Western sets often include English-friendly annotations to help non-Chinese players identify tiles easily.

2. Jokers:

   • Western Mahjong (especially the American version) includes Joker tiles, which are not used in traditional Chinese versions. These allow for greater flexibility in forming hands.

   • I can see tiles marked with what appears to be the Joker symbol — a hallmark of American/Western rule sets.

3. Additional Accessories:

   • The presence of colored dice and a wind indicator (the round dial with directional markings) are typical of Western sets designed for gameplay based on National Mahjong League (NMJL) rules in the U.S.

4. Tile Count:

   • Western sets often have more than the traditional 144 tiles. American sets, for instance, typically have 152 tiles (including Jokers and extra Flowers).