Are the numbers on tiles embossed (engraved into the tile) or just painted on?
75932
The numbers are embossed and not painted on. When I reach into the bag for a tile my husband always accuses me of trying to feel what number I am choosing!
75933
I purchased the item as a gift, and don't know whether they are embossed or engraved. I do know that the numbers were significantly larger, though, because I heard back from the recipient that they were large enough for her to see (she has macular degeneration.) If you need raised numbers andhave an artistic friend, maybe it would be possible to use one of the new paints or glues to create a raised surface--that wouldbe an experiment, though, to see if it would work. It would also be worth checking to see if they have Braille sets, maybe? This game is so popular it would be great if everyone could play! I purchased the item as a gift, and don't know whether they are embossed or engraved. I do know that the numbers were significantly larger, though, because I heard back from the recipient that they were large enough for her to see (she has macular degeneration.) If you need raised numbers andhave an artistic friend, maybe it would be possible to use one of the new paints or glues to create a raised surface--that wouldbe an experiment, though, to see if it would work. It would also be worth checking to see if they have Braille sets, maybe? This game is so popular it... » Read More I purchased the item as a gift, and don't know whether they are embossed or engraved. I do know that the numbers were significantly larger, though, because I heard back from the recipient that they were large enough for her to see (she has macular degeneration.) If you need raised numbers andhave an artistic friend, maybe it would be possible to use one of the new paints or glues to create a raised surface--that wouldbe an experiment, though, to see if it would work. It would also be worth checking to see if they have Braille sets, maybe? This game is so popular it would be great if everyone could play! « Show Less
75934
These tiles are ENGRAVED, not as thick as Dominoes, but just right. They are 1 1/2" long and 1" wide, their thickness is less than 1/4" but they are EXTREMELY EASY to pick up, unlike their plastic painted counterparts. This game is used by 3 people who have arthritic fingers and problems with the "feeling" in their fingertips and two people who have vision problems. We ALL are happy with these tiles! I hope this helps.
75935
The numbers on the large set are embossed into the tile as well as painted. They haven't worn off at all.... Unlike our original set whose numbers have nearly disappeared.
1979755
The numbers are written on the sides, not the fronts, of the knobs. Easy to read.
1153477
Yes, they are. There are designs in the bottom that you might call embossed or indented, but they are flat. This is a great set. I cook for 6 so I had to fill it out with some bigger pots and pans, but they still look like new after four and a half years.
70098
The numbers are actually burnt into the wood. However, if you are half bling like me, take a thin permanent marker and go over the numbers to make them stand out more.
1200523
As best I can tell, the numbers are appearing on the screen as they should. It appears as if some pixels are blown. So, if I happen to have any numbers (or characters) at a specific place, they do not correctly appear. however, if the same characters appear in other places, they are fine.
939178
They are different - all sixes are underlined (engraved like the numbers) while nines are not, and of course the colors are different. The only problem with this set is that the tiles are so narrow that you can't rely on them standing on edge. Have a friend with a wood shop make stands for them (also available on ebay).
1604338
They're printed on the bottle, not etched in. I've used mine consistently for over a year and there is no wear on the numbers.
344061
There is 2 sets of numbers. One larger and one smaller. There are also symbols. Such as: , ? ! & ..ect
90958
The numbers on the blocks are painted on. This toy is very good quality and the children love it.
2113490
There are numbers on the suit tiles: bams, cracks, dots, flowers.It's a wonderful set!
1499906
It includes the tiles. It also includes a template card so you can make your own tiles if you want to have extras.
809026
The tiles have their design etched into them versus being stamped on. Hope this helps.
1103495
The tiles are white. I belong to a Mah Jongg club and Ive seen way more expensive sets that arent as good.
732473
My new tiles are basically one inch by one and a half inches, which is almost the same tile size as my original set. However the numbers are 7/8" high, which is about 50% larger than my original numbers.
582064
I bought this set for my mother. I just asked her your question...yes. Engraved and painted. She loves the set -- and she was picky about what she would get. So stop worrying now, go buy it and enjoy! :-)
1830800
I haven't put mine together yet, but I looked at the underneath side of the main piece and yes, the tiles are defined with lines.
924694
I was quite pleased with mine even without the numbers. I have a dark bronze plate above it with the house numbers and it would have been to much with both.