COD. 1007
4 1/8" DELUXE KNIGHT EBONIZED CHESS SET
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This can very easily be called as
the “MOST POPULAR STAUNTON EBONIZED CHESS SET”
considering the standards of workmanship involved in making this
Chess set and the “Looks” of this magnificent Chess set which it
possesses. It could be a player’s proud collection. The amount
of workmanship involved in this chess set makes it one of the
perfect chess sets available today.
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The Chess pieces are felted with thick Green Billiard Cloth pads
to protect the board. The King of this magnificent chess set
stands 4 1/8” tall with a broad 1.75” base. The King weighs
approximately 93 grms!! The set registers as “APPROPRIATELY
WEIGHTED” at approximately 2 Kgs, 200 grms for the pieces.
These masterpieces are handcrafted by highly acclaimed master
artisans to capture in the spirit of the exquisite design and
proportions of the original Staunton pattern chess set, first
offered by the firm of John Jaques and Son of London in the fall
of 1849. Unequalled in design, quality and craftsmanship, these
fine heirloom quality chess sets have become acclaimed
world-wide as the finest Staunton pattern chess sets ever
produced in its class.
This chess set is ideal for Chess
Lovers & a Unique Gift. The level of detail in the knights of
this set, as well as the other pieces is unbelievable! This set
is larger and heavier than most, and has a level of detail that
deserves a premium price. We believe this set rivals the quality
and craftsmanship of sets that definitely sell for more than
atleast $250. Compare and you will see!
It would be a pleasure to play with this MAJESTIC chess set
having perfect proportions. The pieces have nice taper to and
very wide bottoms. This Chess set has the most intricately hand
carved DELUXE KNIGHTS. Boardbox shown for display purposes only.
White pieces are boxwood, dark pieces are beautifully
grained ebonized wood.
TWO QUEENS FOR EACH COLOR.
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The following is a list of weights and measurements for this
Chess set. These measurements have been made in good faith to
the best of our ability using a standard measuring tape and the
postal scale. There may be slight variation from piece to piece,
so the measurements listed below are approximate, and reflect
those of a typical example of this Chess set in stock :
King
93 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
4 1/8"
10,5cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 3/4
4,4 cm
Queen
82 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
3 1/2"
8,9 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 3/4"
4,4 cm
Bishop
70 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
3 1/4"
8,3 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1
1/2" 3,8 cm
Rook
72 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
2 1/2"
6,4 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 1/2"
3,8 cm
Knight
72 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
3"
7,6 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 1/2"
3,8 cm
Pawn
40 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
2 1/2"
6,4 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 3/8"
3,5 cm
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