Marvels of grace, balance, beauty and simplicity... This is THE classic set that established a worldwide standard used since the mid-19th C. Study the King's crown and Queen's coronet, details of bishops and rooks, knights modeled after marble stallion heads from the Parthenon, on down to the diminutive pawn. Admire the simple, yet elegant contours. Well-weighted. Shaped to hold, to touch, to admire... To be gazed at in unwavering and total concentration.
Our production is a detailed replica of an original Bone set manufactured around 1850 by Jaques and purchased at a 1990s London auction. English chess master, Howard Saunton, promoted this set at the first international chess tournament in 1851. It's clearly distinguishable pieces soon became the competition standard known as the 'Staunton' set.
| ISBN | Does not apply |
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| Chess Board Included? | The Chess Board featured is for photographic purposes only and must be purchased separately |
| Material(s) | Polyresin - Crushed Stone Resin that offers the feel and weighted of solid stone, but with the durability of plastic |
| Fitted Coffer Compatible? | Fits in Fitted Coffer |
| King Height | 4.4'' inch / 11.18 cm |
| King Base Diameter | 1.65'' inch / 4.19 cm |
| Recommended Chess Board Size | 2.25" inch / 5.7 cm |
| Basepad Material | Billiard Cloth |
| Median Set Weight | 78 ounces (2.21 kg) |
| Total Number of Pieces | 32 Chess Pieces |