Its reach is global, and its history rich. Cribbage (or 'crib') has lasted for four centuries as one of the most beloved uses for a 52-card deck. You will find a cribbage board in game cupboards, cottages, and in every Legion Hall in Canada.
Beneath, there is a hidden compartment for a set of coloured pegs. Usually, it's an unassuming plank of wood dotted with three winding tracks of small holes. The cribbage board is a familiar artifact.