This Dice was modeled under 3Ds MAX 2020, the materials, Lighting and the rendering under V-Ray 7.
Dice have a long and fascinating history, dating back thousands of years. The earliest known dice were excavated from archeological sites in Mesopotamia and date to around 3000 BCE. These early dice were typically made from materials like bones, stones, and ivory.
Throughout history, dice were used for various purposes, including games, divination, and even as tools for making decisions. In ancient Egypt, dice were often used in board games, and the Greeks and Romans also incorporated them into their leisure activities. The famous astragali (small bones of the ankle) were often used as dice in antiquity.
By the Middle Ages, dice were widely used in Europe, often for gambling, but also for educational and social games. The design of dice became more standardized during the Renaissance, as the shape and number of faces were refined.
Today, dice are used in countless games, from board games to role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons. They are commonly made of plastic or resin and feature a range of designs, from simple cubes to more complex polyhedral forms.
In summary, dice have evolved from simple tools for divination and gaming to essential components of modern recreational activities, with their history reflecting both cultural practices and technological advancements.