In this example from a line of patent-protected puzzles, the small heart must be removed from the large heart to solve the puzzle.

Packaged in an impressive Pressboard Gift Box, this 3-D puzzle box is crafted in high-quality wood material. It has a beautiful finish and is stamped by the craftsman on the inside of the lid. There is only one unique way to open it, so it makes a super secret holder.

Packaged in an impressive Pressboard Gift Box, this three-dimensional puzzle box is crafted in high quality wood material (Katsura). It has a beautiful finish and is stamped by the craftsman on the inside of the lid. There is only one unique way to open it, so it makes a super secret holder.

This 1000 piece puzzle features a beautiful picture of coffee, surrounded by colorful scenes detailing its rich history. Puzzle makers will become coffee experts and have a terrific story-telling puzzle to display or work again. From ancient times to today’s trendiest cafes, coffee has kept the world moving for centuries.

Players remove the brass-colored ring from this metal “E” to achieve a sense of satisfaction and superiority … or else they don’t, and hope to try again. This metal puzzle is rated “8” on a scale of 1 to 10 for difficulty. Small and compact, it can easily be stowed in a pocket, and then whipped out to test the mental and spatial acuity of random passersby. This toy was launched in March 2006.

Need a more challenging puzzle? Galaxy by Puzzle Master is a Level 9 – Gruelling, wooden puzzle. Take apart the colorful wooden pieces and try to put it back together! So complicated it may take hours to master this puzzle! And after many frustrating attempts, you will want to do it again! ($11.95)