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Naef Cubicus Toy by Karen Day
An update to the Rubik's cube, Naef's Cubicus wooden puzzle encourages that same creative and progressive learning as the iconic original we were all raised with, but the Swiss toymaker takes it a step further by allowing expansion and stacking.
The flexible cube, designed by Peer Clahsen in 1968, is both a toy and example of fine design. Easy to play with and challenging to master, kids and adults alike will love how 10-piece puzzle can be configured as an architecture masterpiece or just moved around for fun effects.
Cubicus is now available at the Someday Store. Contact them for availability or purchase online at Nova68 for $140.
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