Vintage Ouija Board

I have always loved how different Ouija boards look, but some of my favorites have been the vintage ones. There are a few vintage Ouija boards that are around the internet and you can find them. They also have a great history with them. These Ouijas boards went through quite a journey to get to where they ended up now. I can only imagine all the different stories which come with each spirit board.

This article will focus on different vintage Ouija boards and where they can be bought around the web.

A Brief History on Ouija Boards:

Ouija boards date back at least two centuries ago when Spiritualist individuals first began experimenting with automatic writing as a means for communicating with spirits, which led them to discover the ouiji board in 1891, though some records of similar implements date back as far as 500 BCE. At the same time, individuals were also experimenting in using automatic writing as a means of contacting the 'other side' and experimenting with automatic writing to communicate with spirits.

A typical ouija board consists of two flat wooden planks (usually oak), a playing surface, a round planchette (typically made of plastic) and sometimes a glass that sits flush against the bottom plank so it cannot be seen. The planchette is connected by strings to each plank, while flexible rods set above the playing surface help keep the apparatus upright. There are also different methods used to create an ouija board.

There is a very specific way of using an ouija board that has been passed down through the generations. The first person to hold the planchette and read the questions aloud asked by the group is called "the Medium" and is responsible for ensuring that nothing bad comes of it. This person should be free from any outside influence (i.e., they should have no other contact with spirits), prepared for adventure, and willing to take on the responsibility of communication with deceased spirits, so it's vital that you choose a Medium that you can trust.

Where Can I Buy Vintage Ouija Boards?

Not all of us have time for trips to the board game store to scour racks for vintage boards sans instructions. Let's face it-this is a hobby, not a job, so we'd rather get it right the first time. We've been told that there are at least two reputable online retailers who carry vintage Ouija boards. One of these places has sold thousands and thousands of boards, so you can afford to shop around. Do you know of any others? Please tell us about them in the comments.

Online Shops

Several online shops carry vintage Ouija boards. Here are some of them:

1. eBay You can get a lot of fun stuff at the eBay auction site, but if you're looking for vintage Ouija boards as well as pins, coins and other board-related ephemera, you can visit the store on our site where we offer lots of cool stuff for sale.

2. Etsy is an amazing place to browse items from artists worldwide. We believe art is part of any spiritual journey and that anyone who is serious about remembrance should appreciate great handmade items.

In Conclusion:

Do you know of any other online shops that carry vintage Ouija boards? Let us know in the comments below. Have You Ever Bought a Vintage Ouija Board Online? Tell Us How! If you've bought a vintage Ouija board online, please tell us about it in the comments section below. We want to hear about your experience so we can share it with other readers and via our social media channels.