COD. 1004
4 1/8"
DELUXE KNIGHT GOLDEN ROSEWOOD REGULAR CHESS SET
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This can very easily be called as
the “MOST POPULAR STAUNTON GOLDEN ROSEWOOD 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 3/4” base. The King weighs
approximately 82 grms!! The set registers as “APPROPRIATELY
WEIGHTED” at approximately 1 Kgs, 400 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 details 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 is the most intricately hand
carved DELUXE KNIGHTS. Board shown for display purposes only,
not included in this auction. White pieces are boxwood, dark
pieces are high quality Golden Rosewood.
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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
82 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
4 1/8"
10,5cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 3/4"
4,4 cm
Queen
70 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
3 3/4"
9,5 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 3/4"
4,4 cm
Bishop
48 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
40 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
2 1/4"
5,7 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 1/4"
3,2 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
25 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
2 1/8"
5,4 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 1/8"
2,9 cm
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