Deluxe Marble Chess Set
Experience the exquisite charm of our hand-carved marble chess set. Each square boasts its own unique pattern, ensuring every board is distinct. Paired with traditional Staunton-style pieces, this set is an embodiment of craftsmanship and elegance.
Key Features:
- Materials: Crafted from genuine black royal marble, accentuated with hints of quartz and calcite, and bianco venato white marble with delicate grey veins.
- Design: Authentic Staunton-style chess pieces, both functional and ornate, resonate with the game's storied past.
- Protection: Padded felt bottoms on both the board and pieces protect against potential scratches.
- Dimensions: A 16" wide board paired with a stately 3.5" tall king.
- Storage: Comes complete with a luxurious blue velvet case, tailored to securely house each chess piece.
Included in Your Set
- 16” Marble Board with 64 Square Tiles (32 Black & 32 White) and a Black Border.
- 32 Hand-carved Chess Pieces:
- 2 Kings
- 2 Queens
- 4 Bishops
- 4 Knights
- 4 Rooks
- 16 Pawns
- Premium Velvet Box
A Brief Glimpse into Chess's Rich History: Originating from northwest India in the 6th century, the early game of chaturaṅga, symbolizing four divisions, metamorphosed over time and geography. As it journeyed via the Silk Road, it evolved into the contemporary pawn, knight, bishop, and rook. Adopted and renamed by the Muslim world after conquering Persia, the term "checkmate" is inspired by the Persian phrase shāh māt, translating to "the king is helpless". By around 1475, after undergoing various modifications in southern Europe, chess transformed into the game we cherish today.
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