1849 Original Staunton Chess Set with…1849 Original Staunton Chess Set with 4.5" King – Distressed Lacquered Antiqued Boxwood & Bud Rosewood Pieces, Board and Storage Box Combo

This set reproduces the iconic 1849 Original Staunton design, the pattern widely regarded by collectors and players as the reference point for classic chessmen. The light pieces are distressed, antiqued and lacquered to give the patina of a vintage Staunton set, contrasting with genuine bud rosewood on the dark side. Complete with a 23 in bud rosewood and maple board and a felt-lined coffer, it is a natural cornerstone for a collection, a handsome set for regular play and a meaningful gift.

What's Included

• 34 reproduction 1849 Staunton chess pieces in bud rosewood and distressed antiqued boxwood
• 23 in x 23 in (58 cm x 58 cm) signature bud rosewood and maple chessboard
• Leatherette coffer storage box with key

Chess Pieces

Handcrafted by skilled artisans with close attention to the proportions of the original 1849 pattern.

• King: 4.5 in (114 mm) tall, 1.9 in (49 mm) base
• Queen: 3.6 in (91 mm) tall, 1.8 in (46 mm) base
• Bishop: 3.2 in (81 mm) tall, 1.7 in (43 mm) base
• Knight: 2.9 in (74 mm) tall, 1.7 in (43 mm) base
• Rook: 2.6 in (66 mm) tall, 1.7 in (43 mm) base
• Pawn: 2.2 in (55 mm) tall, 1.5 in (37 mm) base
• Material: bud rosewood (dark) and lacquered distressed antiqued boxwood (light)
• Recommended square size: 2.16 in to 2.36 in (55 mm to 60 mm)
• Total weight of pieces: 5.3 lb (2,400 g)
• Number of pieces: 34

Chessboard

The signature board is crafted for precise, symmetrical squares and suits full club-size chessmen.

• Material: bud rosewood (African padauk) / maple
• Size: 23 in x 23 in (58 cm x 58 cm)
• Thickness: 0.86 in (22 mm)
• Square size: 2.36 in (60 mm)
• Finish: gloss
• Recommended king base: 40 mm to 50 mm
• Total weight: 11.8 lb (5,350 g); final weight may vary by up to 10% due to natural differences in wood density

Storage Box

Lined with soft orange felt, the coffer's trays are shaped to hold club-size pieces of varying heights and base diameters.

• Dimensions (L x W x H): 15 in x 13.5 in x 5 in (38 cm x 34.3 cm x 12.7 cm)
• Material: leatherette (artificial leather)
• Recommended king height: 4.2 in to 4.6 in (105 mm to 117 mm)
• Weight: 7.7 lb (3,500 g)
• Includes: lock and key

Care

Wipe gently with a dry, soft cloth to preserve the antiqued patina. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from humid conditions.

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