This is beautiful and one of kind chess set includes our Yugoslavia Staunton in red sandalwood and boxwood matched with our Bud Rosewood and Maple Molded Edge Chess Board. We’ve had these special red sandalwood chess sets in our vault for years and are releasing only a very small number of these for sale this year. What makes this chess set so special is the wood – Red sandalwood. Red sandalwood is no longer available due to import restrictions and when our stash of red sandalwood chess sets are gone, that’s it forever. Red sandalwood has beautiful qualities and has been used for a variety of high-end craft related items for many years while the supply has been diminshed greatly. The red sandalwood tree is now protected from harvest in India where this precious wood comes from.Our Yugoslavia Staunton originates from the chess set designed for the 1950 Chess Olympiad held in Dubrovnik,Yugoslavia. The knight has a unique design with its slender neck and downward facing head making giving it a very distinguishable look. The king finial, queen, and bishop tops are made from the opposite wood which is another feature that makes this set stand out from the rest. These features along with a robust profile make it a favorite for chess players around the world and is one of our most popular chess sets. We made a few minor changes such as adding a tapered base to enhance appearance and balance of the chess pieces while maintaining the integrity of the intended design. You’ll love playing with this chess set whether it’s a casual game at home or a tournament match. Our Bud Rosewood and Maple Molded Chess Board is made for by Rechapados Ferrer and is the perfect board for this set. It is made from finest wood veneers available and the precision inlay work is simply unsurpassed! The entire chess board is sealed in a beautiful polyurethane satin finish. Whether you are a collector or simply looking for a unique and special chess set for your home, this rare chess set is an excellent choice.Chess Pieces: Red Sandalwood & 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″ SquaresChess Board: Material: Bud Rosewood & Maple Veneer & Wood Materials Finish: Satin Polyurethane (soft sheen) Square Size: 2.125″ (actual 55mm) Dimensions: 21.5″ x 21.5″ x .5″ Imported from Spain, Rechapados Ferrer is the largest manufacturer and the most recognized name of high quality wood chess boards in the world.

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