{"title":"Vintage Staunton Chess Pieces","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"original-staunton-1849-ebony-chess-men-44-inch","title":"1849 Original Staunton Ebony Chess Pieces - 4.4 Inches","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBeautifully crafted from ebony \u0026amp; boxwood.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuperb detail and high-quality finish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBroad 2-inch bases.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImperious 4.4-inch-tall king.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerfectly weighted and felted.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuitable for chess boards with larger squares from 20.9 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eHighly detailed and superbly finished, these 1849 Reproduction Staunton chess pieces are handcrafted in high-quality\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ebony\"\u003eebony\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand boxwood.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt 4.4 inches, the king is an imposing figure with his intricate finial and double banding on his collar. He, along with his supporting army, is perfectly weighted for balance, and billiard cloth covers their bases to protect your board.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou will notice that the kings in this set are branded at the base with the words “Staunton 1849”. These ebony reproduction pieces also bear the original markings of the king's crown on 1 black knight, 1 black rook, 1 white knight and 1 white rook, and, as we know, these pieces will sit on the king's flank. This was a practical innovation to identify their position on the king's side of the board.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe high-quality grade of ebony and boxwood used to create it makes this set not only an enviable acquisition but also a fantastic investment and stunning heirloom for future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor the king's height and broad base in this set, these lovely chess pieces are best matched with chess boards from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/55-60cm-chess-boards\"\u003e21.7 to 23.6 inches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith larger squares.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Regency Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48003732406614,"sku":"RCP200","price":760.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0828\/5166\/0118\/files\/RCP200.jpg?v=1736749256"},{"product_id":"j-j-cooke-reproduction-chess-men-in-ebony-44-inch","title":"J J Cooke Reproduction Ebony Chess Pieces - 4.4 Inches","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRegal 4.4-inch tall king.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBroad 2-inch bases.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBeautifully crafted from ebony.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuperb detail and high-quality finish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerfectly weighted and felted.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTwo additional queens.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuitable for chessboards with larger squares from 20.9 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA striking reproduction of the classic J.J. Cooke design, these ebony chess pieces are ideal for serious players and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Staunton design of chessmen made their way into official existence when Nathaniel Cooke of 198 Strand, London, registered design number 58,607, “an ornamental design for a set of chessmen” under the British Ornamental Designs Act of 1842 on 1st March 1849. Cooke licensed the right to manufacture these chessmen to the firm of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jaqueslondon.co.uk\/pages\/about-jaques-london\"\u003eJohn Jacques of London\u003c\/a\u003e, a highly noted wood and ivory turner founded in 1795 (who is still in business to this day). The original production of Staunton chessmen is referred to as the “Cooke” design.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou will notice that the kings in this set are branded at the base with the date “1849”; these ebony reproduction pieces also bear the distinguishable markings of the king’s crown on one white knight and one white rook, and one black knight, one black rook. As you know, these particular pieces will sit on the king's flank and are such a practical innovation to identify their position on the King’s side of the board.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith the use of high-quality grades of ebony and boxwood, this set makes it not only an enviable acquisition but also a worthy investment and phenomenal heirloom for future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDue to the king’s height and broad base, these stunning chessmen are best matched with boards from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/55-60cm-chess-boards\"\u003e20.9 inches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith larger squares. We also have a wide range of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chess-cabinets\"\u003echess piece cases\u003c\/a\u003e, if you can bear to put these lovely ornaments away.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Regency Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48003777462614,"sku":"RCP192","price":702.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0828\/5166\/0118\/files\/RCP192.jpg?v=1736749951"},{"product_id":"j-j-cooke-edition-ebony-and-antiqued-boxwood-chessmen-44-inches","title":"J J Cooke Edition Ebony And Antiqued Boxwood Chess Pieces - 4.4 Inches","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBeautifully crafted from ebony \u0026amp; boxwood.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnique antiqued boxwood pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuperb detail and high-quality finish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBroad felted bases.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImperious 4.4-inch king.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerfectly weighted.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuitable for use with chess boards having larger squares from 20.9 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eElegant and distinctive, the J.J. Cooke Edition features 4.4-inch ebony and antiqued boxwood pieces, combining historical charm with modern craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen Nathaniel Cooke of 198 Strand, London, registered design number 58,607, “an ornamental design for a set of chessmen” under the British Ornamental Designs Act of 1842 on March 1, 1849, the Staunton Chessmen design entered official existence. Cooke licensed the right to manufacture these chessmen to the firm of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jaqueslondon.co.uk\/pages\/about-jaques-london\"\u003eJohn Jacques of London\u003c\/a\u003e, a highly noted wood and ivory turner founded in 1795 (and still in business to this day).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe original run of Staunton chessmen is referred to as the “Cooke” design. Highly detailed and superbly finished, these Reproduction J.J. Cooke chessmen are handcrafted in high-quality ebony and boxwood by the same chess workshop that produces some of the world's finest chessmen.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAll pieces are weighted for perfect balance with a billiard cloth-covered base to protect your chess board.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe quality of the ebony and unique antiqued boxwood used in this set makes it not only an enviable acquisition but also a good investment and heirloom for future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor the king’s height and broad base in this set, these lovely chessmen are best matched with chess boards from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/55-60cm-chess-boards\"\u003e20.9 inches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith larger squares.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Regency Chess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48003779068246,"sku":"RCP201","price":702.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0828\/5166\/0118\/files\/RCP201.jpg?v=1736749965"},{"product_id":"1851-reproduction-staunton-ebony-chessmen-44-inch","title":"1851 Reproduction Staunton Ebony Chess Pieces - 4.4 Inches","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStately 4.4-inch-tall king.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBroad 2-inch bases.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBeautifully crafted from ebony.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuperb detail and high-quality finish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerfectly weighted and felted.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTwo additional queens.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuitable for chess boards with larger squares from 21 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThese stunning chess pieces have been turned from solid wood and then painstakingly carved with beautiful detailing. At 4.4 inches, the king is a towering, elegant figure with his intricate finial and double banding detail on his collar. He, along with every piece in his supporting army, is perfectly weighted for balance, and billiard cloth is applied to their bases to protect your chess board.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou will notice that the kings in this set are branded at the base with the words “1851”. These ebony reproduction pieces also bear the king's crown marking on one white knight, one white rook, one black knight and one black rook. These pieces sit on the king's flank.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe high-quality grade of ebony and boxwood used to create this set makes it not only an enviable acquisition but also a worthy investment and phenomenal heirloom for future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor the king’s height and broad base in this set, these lovely chess pieces are best matched with chess boards from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/55-60cm-chess-boards\"\u003e21 inches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith larger squares. 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