The time is the Renaissance. Fine art is in demand, and rich nobles are looking for a way to spend their family fortunes. As a greedy gem merchant, you are, of course, very happy to be able to take advantage of these wonderful people.
Using your influence and their money, you will buy raw gem mines. You will transport the gems to your artisans to be polished and turned into valuable jewelry, which you will then sell in your shops. As your creations become more and more famous, noble houses will take you under their wing, bringing you to the position you so desire.
Can your eye recognize a diamond in the rough in a pile of stones?
The board game Splendor is a game of collecting, card development, and glory. In this board game, players take on the roles of Renaissance merchants fighting for prestige and fame. The rules are easy, and this board game is an ideal pastime for both families and groups of friends who love to enjoy shorter games and social gatherings.

Awards and Honors:
2016 MinD-Spielepreis Short Game Winner
2016 MinD-Spielepreis Short Game Nominee
2015 Origins Awards Best Card Game Nominee
2015 Nederlandse Spellenprijs Best Family Game Winner
2015 Nederlandse Spellenprijs Best Family Game Nominee
2015 Hungarian Board Game Award Nominee
2015 Hra roku Winner
2015 Guldbrikken Best Family Game Winner
2015 Guldbrikken Best Family Game Nominee
2015 Gra Roku Game of the Year Winner
2015 Gra Roku Game of the Year Nominee
2015 Gioco dell’Anno Nominee
2015 As d'Or - Jeu de l'Année Nominee
2015 Årets Spill Best Family Game Winner
2015 Årets Spill Best Family Game Nominee
2014 Vuoden Peli Adult Game of the Year Nominee
2014 Vuoden Peli Adult Game of the Year
2014 UK Games Expo Best New Boardgame Winner
2014 Tric Trac Nominee
2014 Tric Trac de Bronze
2014 Spiel des Jahres Nominee
2014 Meeples Choice Award Winner
2014 Meeples Choice Award Nominee
2014 Lys Grand Public Finalist
2014 Juego del Año Recommended
2014 Jocul Anului în România Beginners Finalist
2014 Japan Boardgame Prize Voters' Selection Winner
2014 Japan Boardgame Prize U-more Award Nominee
2014 Golden Geek Board Game of the Year Winner
2014 Golden Geek Board Game of the Year Nominee
2014 Golden Geek Best Family Board Game Winner
2014 Golden Geek Best Family Board Game Nominee
2014 Golden Geek Best Board Game Artwork & Presentation Nominee
2014 Board Game Quest Awards Best Family Game Winner
2014 Board Game Quest Awards Best Family Game Nominee