--- product_id: 37210220 title: "Istanbul Letters & Seals Expansion - Board Game, Collect Gems, Be a Master Merchant, 2 to 5 Players, 40 to 60 Minute Play Time, for Ages 10 and Up, Alderac Entertainment Group (AEG)" brand: "aeg" price: "VT2236" currency: VUV in_stock: false reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/37210220-istanbul-letters-and-seals-expansion-board-game-collect-gems-be store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 40-60 min playtime 2-5 players supported 5 new ruby locations Istanbul Letters & Seals Expansion - Board Game, Collect Gems, Be a Master Merchant, 2 to 5 Players, 40 to 60 Minute Play Time, for Ages 10 and Up, Alderac Entertainment Group (AEG) **Brand:** aeg **Price:** VT2236 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > πŸ’ΌπŸ’Ž Master the market, collect the gems, and never miss a deal! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Istanbul Letters & Seals Expansion - Board Game, Collect Gems, Be a Master Merchant, 2 to 5 Players, 40 to 60 Minute Play Time, for Ages 10 and Up, Alderac Entertainment Group (AEG) by aeg - **How much does it cost?** VT2236 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/37210220-istanbul-letters-and-seals-expansion-board-game-collect-gems-be) ## Best For - aeg enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted aeg brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Seamless Integration:** Effortlessly combine with the Mocha & Baksheesh expansion for an enriched experience. - β€’ **Perfect Playtime Balance:** 40-60 minutes of immersive gameplayβ€”ideal for busy professionals craving quick yet deep fun. - β€’ **Strategic Depth for Pros:** Adds layers of tactical choices that keep every game session thrilling and competitive. - β€’ **Expand Your Istanbul Empire:** Unlock 5 fresh locations to hunt rare rubies and elevate your merchant game. - β€’ **Inclusive Multiplayer Action:** Supports 2 to 5 players, making it perfect for game nights with friends or colleagues. ## Overview The Istanbul Letters & Seals Expansion adds five new ruby locations and integrates smoothly with existing expansions, supporting 2-5 players in 40-60 minute sessions. Designed for ages 10+, it deepens the strategic gameplay of the original Istanbul board game, perfect for millennial professionals seeking engaging, social, and quick strategy gaming. ## Description The letters & seals expansion introduces five new places providing additional options in the hunt for Rubies! Deliver letters to the Embassy and use the interactive actions at the auction house and kiosk to your advantage. With a companion by your side, you have a competent partner who can act independently from your merchant. Letters & seals can also be combined with the Mocha & baksheesh expansion! ## Features - An expansion for Istanbul - Can be combined with the Mocha & baksheesh expansion - Five new places to find Rubies - Item Package Dimension: 10.5511868" L x 7.2440984" W x 2.5590565" H ## Images ![Istanbul Letters & Seals Expansion - Board Game, Collect Gems, Be a Master Merchant, 2 to 5 Players, 40 to 60 Minute Play Time, for Ages 10 and Up, Alderac Entertainment Group (AEG) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81J7b4V32SL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ a great expansion to a great game *by K***I on May 9, 2017* Istanbul is a great game all by itself. With Letters & Seals? better, bigger, longer, funner, but still, the base game is a great classic. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Decent expansion, recommend for experienced players *by D***B on April 20, 2018* Before I begin, I still recommend buying this expansion, as it's an improvement to the main game. However, I wouldn't recommend using it with new players. I'd suggest to work this one in after the Mocha and Baksheesh (aka coffee) expansion. The coffee expansion is borderline necessary to use. This expansion, Letters, I view more as optional. I picked up on the same sentiment from most boardgame people I've met.Pros - Adds new and unique strategy to winningCons - Becomes to complex for less experienced players. Even more little pieces. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Completely Essential for Istanbul to Work *by P***E on February 2, 2018* This is essential as any expansion I have encountered. By itself Istanbul, a gorgeous game, has the deficiency that experienced player will employ a back and forth loop to win . This is fun for no one. 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