The sport of billiards, as we know it, originated in the 15th century with the ruling classes of Europe. The game quickly attracted court members and commoners alike. Billiards has long been a game… ...

In America, the majority of pool tables were produced by Brunswick-Balke-Collendar. In the Victorian age (circa 1837-1901), pool table designs featured solid hardwoods, inlaid ivory diamond sights ...