COD. 1009
4 1/8" BRIDLED KNIGHT DELUXE ROSEWOOD CHESS
SET
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This can very easily be called as
the “ULTIMATE STAUNTON 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 collector’s dream possession as well as a player’s
proud collection. The amount of workmanship involved in this
chess set makes it one of the perfect chess sets available
today.
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 3.5oz!! The set
registers as “MASSIVELY WEIGHTED” at approximately 4 pounds, 2oz
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.
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 $600. 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. The real star of this show however, is the
BRIDLED KNIGHT. This is the most intricately carved BRIDLED
KNIGHT. Boardbox shown for display purposes only. White pieces are boxwood, dark pieces are
beautifully grained dark rosewood.
TWO EXTRA QUEENS.
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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
100 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
4 1/8"
10,5cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 3/4
4,4 cm
Queen
92 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
3 1/2"
8,9 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1,7" 4,3 cm
Bishop
73 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
3 1/4"
8,3 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1
5/8" 4,1 cm
Rook
77 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
2 5/16" 5,9 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 5/8"
4,1 cm
Knight
66 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
3"
7,6 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 5/8"
4,1 cm
Pawn
40 grams
Height in inches and centimeters:
2 3/16" 5,6 cm
Base diameter in inches and centimeters:
1 5/16"
3,3 cm
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