Sic Bo History - From Ancient China to Modern Casinos#

Ancient Origins#

The Birth of Dice Games in China#

Sic Bo's roots stretch back over 2,000 years to ancient China, making it one of the oldest gambling games still played today. Archaeological evidence suggests that dice-based games were common in Chinese society as early as the Han Dynasty (206 BCE - 220 CE).

Early Evidence#

• Excavated dice: Bone and ivory dice dating to the Han Dynasty have been found in Chinese archaeological sites
• Ancient Chinese texts mention dice games played at court and in markets