Zagreb Series Staunton Chess Set in Rosewood & Boxwood - 3.87" King

$249.99

Brand: The Chess Store

Product Code
ORR387
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Our Zagreb Staunton chess set has been a mainstay in our collection for decades. This design became prominent in the 1950’s when it was first used in the World Championship Candidates Match held in Zagreb in 1959. This is a large set ideally suited for tournament play with a 3.875” tall king and a base diameter of 1.625”. Pieces are made from rosewood and boxwood and are heavily weighted for exceptional stability on the chess board. Thick green baize pads on the bottom create a soft cushion and allow the pieces to slide smoothly across the chess board. The uniquely shaped knight with its arched neck and turned down head is what distinguishes this chess set from others. As is often found on eastern European sets, the king, queen, and bishop finials are made in the opposite color of the main body. We include two extra queens for pawn promotion and a certificate of authenticity so you will always know what the chess set is, what the wood is, where it came from, and when it was made.

  • Rosewood & Boxwood
  • Pieces individually hand polished with solid lacquer and buffing wheel
  • King Height: 3.875"
  • King Base: 1.625"
  • King Weight: 3 oz.
  • Chess Set Weight: 56 oz.
  • 2 spare queens are included for pawn promotion
  • Green Billiard Cloth Pads
  • Recommended Chess Board Size: 2.125" - 2.25" Squares (chessboard is not included)

 

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  • 5
    YUGOSLAVIA STAUNTON CHESS SET IN ROSEWOOD & BOXWOOD - 3.87" KING

    Posted by Unknown on 25th Feb 2016

    Excellent quality, wood grain/color and finish on this set. Fits nicely on my 2" squares.

  • 5
    Yugoslavian Chess Set in Golden Rosewood

    Posted by Mrs. Susan Ferguson on 25th Oct 2015

    This beautiful Staunton set resembles the Russian style with "opposite tops" on Kings,Queens and Bishops, and I like the graceful swan-necked Knights.The golden rosewood is medium-brown with fine graining in darker swirls.Very well weighted.It has the look of a set costing a couple hundred dollars more.A really good buy!