Averbakh Soviet Russian Chess Set with…Averbakh Soviet Russian Chess Set with Golden Rosewood Pieces and 21-Inch Drueke-Style Golden Rosewood Board

The Averbakh set is named after Russian grandmaster Yuri Averbakh, who was often photographed playing with this distinctive Soviet-style design. The pieces follow classic Soviet lines, with long, sleek shanks rising from broad bases. Paired with a 21-inch Golden Rosewood and maple board, it is a characterful choice for collectors of chess history and for players who want something different from the standard Staunton.

What's Included

• Chess pieces in Golden Rosewood and boxwood
• 21-inch Golden Rosewood and maple chessboard

Chess Pieces

Carved by skilled artisans, the pieces have extra weight added at the base for better stability and playability.

• King height: 4.8 in (123 mm)
• King base: 1.6 in (41 mm)
• Dark pieces: Golden Rosewood
• Light pieces: Boxwood
• Weighting: Extra weight at the base
• Recommended square size: 2.16 to 2.36 in (55 to 60 mm)
• Total weight of pieces: 2.9 lb (1,400 g)

Chessboard

This player-focused board has a functional design with tapered edges and a matte lacquer finish that keeps glare to a minimum during play.

• Material: Golden Rosewood / maple
• Board size: 21 x 21 in (530 x 530 mm)
• Thickness: 0.79 in (20 mm)
• Square size: 2.17 in (55 mm)
• Finish: Matte lacquer
• Weight: 8.4 lb (3,800 g); may vary by up to 10% due to natural wood density

Care

Wipe the pieces and board with a dry, soft cloth. Keep the set out of direct sunlight and away from high humidity to protect the wood.

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