3 3/4" MoW Rosewood Equinox Staunton Chess Pieces

Product Code: 23-17VR
$152.96

Normally: $179.95

3 3/4" MoW Rosewood Equinox Staunton Chess Pieces
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3 3/4" MoW Rosewood Equinox Staunton Chess Pieces

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3 3/4" Mark of Westminster Rosewood Equinox Staunton Chess Pieces

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 printed certificate of authenticity that serves as a lifetime warranty for natural defect. Each chess piece is hand-carved, well weighted, has felt bottoms, extra queens, and the signature Mark of Westminster Logo beneath the king.

These chess pieces are Rosewood and Boxwood, which can suit virtually any board color, however Mahogany, Macassar, and Walnut chess boards are most popular. Rosewood Chess Pieces vary from medium to dark brown, and is preferred due to is handsome, elegant appearance and strong grain variation. As a midrange wood, it is more affordable than some of the more exotic rosewoods, but still has a suitably rich appearance. 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 pieces made in India. Chess board not included. Deluxe humidor style storage box optional.

Chess Pieces Details:

King Height King Base Queen Height Bishop Height Knight Height Rook Height Pawn Height
3 15/16" 1 1/2" 3 1/4" 3 1/8" 3 1/8" 2 1/4" 1 15/16"

Below is a chart of approximate weights of all pieces; please note these are estimates as slight variations can occur in hand carved items.
Wood King Weight Queen Weight Bishop Weight Knight Weight Rook Weight Pawn Weight
Rosewood 1.67 oz 1.40 oz 1.26 oz 1.40 oz 1.45 oz 0.54 oz
Boxwood 1.69 oz 1.51 oz 1.26 oz 1.26 oz 1.49 oz 0.59 oz
  • King Height: 3 15/16"
  • King Weight: 1.67 oz
  • King Base: 1 1/2"
  • Recommended Square Size: 1 3/4" - 2"

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2 Total Reviews
Minimally gorgeous
5 out of 5
NoSystem
Location: Illinois, sadly
Date: August 29, 2024
Fortunately for my wallet, I don't like chess pieces with overly elaborate designs. This one is simple yet very elegant. I LOVE this minimalist design. The pieces are very well carved, and the rosewood pieces have some gorgeous grain to them. (That's the reason I'll take Indian rosewood over ebony whenever I can.) The knights are actually made of two pieces but, unless you look at them from directly underneath, you wouldn't know it. The pieces are weighted, but not heavily. Fortunately, their design is so simple that there are few delicate bits that would be prone to damage, so if you're reasonably careful with them, they should be fine. Contrary to ChessUSA's item description, I did not receive a certificate of authenticity, and there are no maker's marks on the kings. This is not a big deal to me personally --I still give the set five stars--but an item's description should be accurate. (Hint.) I'm very happy with this set.
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Minimally gorgeous
5 out of 5
NoSystem
Location: Illinois, sadly
Date: August 17, 2024
I love a well-turned chess piece, but don't go in for overly flashy designs. (I own a very nice Austrian Coffee House set that is about my limit for intricacy.) This set is very nicely produced, and I LOVE the design. The pieces are weighted, but not heavily. However, there aren't many delicate points on them likely to get chipped, so if you're reasonably careful with them, they should be fine. The knights are constructed of two separate pieces, but seem adequately glued. My only nit-picks are that, contrary to the product description, I received no MOW certificate of authenticity, and my kings are have no maker's mark, just plain felt bottoms like all the other pieces. No biggy, but descriptions should be accurate. I am very happy with the set and, if you also like well-executed minimalism, I'm sure you will, too.
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