SOURCES

References and verification for Chinese Dominoes

HOW WE VERIFY

Every game in the Museum is researched using primary sources, academic papers, and expert consultation. Here's our verification process for Chinese Dominoes:

1

Historical Records

We examine Song Dynasty texts and later historical accounts documenting tile games and gambling practices.

2

Museum Collections

Physical tile sets from various eras are studied to understand material evolution and regional variations.

3

Academic Research

Scholarly papers on Chinese gaming history provide context for rule variations and cultural significance.

4

Living Traditions

Contemporary players in China and diaspora communities help verify rules still practiced today.

CONTENT MARKERS

ПодтвержденоVERIFIED - Confirmed by primary historical sources and academic research
РеконструкцияRECONSTRUCTION - Scholarly interpretation based on available evidence
ХудожественноеDRAMATIZATION - Artistic presentation for engagement
УпрощениеSIMULATION - Gameplay adaptation from historical practice

PRIMARY SOURCES

📚Источник #1

“The Game of Leaves: An Inquiry into the Origin of Chinese Playing Cards”

William Henry Wilkinson, Journal of the Royal Asiatic Society

Опубликовано: 1895

Использовано для: Historical origins and early documentation of Chinese domino games

📚Источник #2

“Chinese Games with Dice and Dominoes”

Stewart Culin, Smithsonian Institution

Опубликовано: 1895

Использовано для: Comprehensive documentation of tile types, rankings, and game variations

📚Источник #3

“A History of Board Games Other Than Chess”

H.J.R. Murray, Oxford University Press

Опубликовано: 1952

Использовано для: Academic context and historical spread of domino games from China

CHANGELOG

2026.01 - Initial release with Tien Gow rules and history
Future - Pai Gow variant and additional historical sources planned
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