Description
The Mark of Westminster Chess Pieces are high-quality, hand-carved staunton chess pieces with a lifetime warranty. They are made of Ebonized and Boxwood, making them suitable for any chess board color. Ebonized Chess Pieces are actually lacquered Boxwood pieces that have a black appearance similar to ebony. Boxwood is a commonly used wood for white chess pieces due to its easy workability and ability to show detail. The set includes extra queens and the Mark of Westminster logo can be found beneath the king. The king is 2 1/2" tall, weighs 0.7 oz, and has a base of 1". The recommended square size for these chess pieces is 1 1/4" - 1 1/2".
Mark of Westminster Chess Pieces are the paradigm of perfection in wood staunton chess piece design. The premier chess pieces by Mark Of Westminster have been known for their heirloom quality. Each chess set is exclusive, with a lifetime warranty for natural defect. Each set is hand-carved and weighted with felt bottoms, extra queens, and the signature Mark of Westminster Logo beneath the king.
These chess pieces are Ebonized and Boxwood, which can suit virtually any board color, however Walnut, Teak, and Ebonized chess boards are most popular.
Ebonized Chess Pieces are actually Boxwood pieces lacquered black, giving them a pure black appearance almost identical to ebony, but for a fraction of the cost.
Boxwood Chess Pieces are the near universal standard for 'white' chess pieces in hand-carved sets. It is a fairly easy wood to work with, and shows off good detail.
Chess Piece Details:
King Height: 2 1/2"
King Weight: 0.7 oz
King Base: 1"
Recommended Square Size: 1 1/4" - 1 1/2
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