Late 19th century English bone Staunton chess set

Late 19th century English bone Staunton chess set

by | Oct 10, 2022

This English bone set is a recent addition to the collection. With a 3.9 cm king, the set was purchased on Ebay at a reduced price as I spotted the missing lower jaw section as a repair opportunity, thus I had a go. The result has been reasonable as it was a challenge...
British Chess Federation Staunton chess set 1915-20?

British Chess Federation Staunton chess set 1915-20?

by | May 26, 2022

Here is a a Staunton single-weighted set (not too heavy) which was  claimed to be ‘used in BCF congresses’. There is so much nonsense and unproven garbage offered to buyers so being sceptical has merit, and with hefty price tags being charged for wooden...
A curious late19th century Staunton chess set

A curious late19th century Staunton chess set

by | Apr 12, 2022

This rather odd looking single weighted boxwood/ebony English  Staunton set is not quite like any antique Staunton playing set that I can recall seeing.  With pretty unusual bishops looking ‘scalped’, these pieces have no ball knops and curious looking...
Late 19th century Chinese ivory Staunton chess set

Late 19th century Chinese ivory Staunton chess set

by | Mar 18, 2022

With the coming ivory ban, prices for these sets appear to be falling, and this recent auction house purchase  – a lovely quality set with delicate looking pieces – was received like a gift from the gods! With a conservative-looking condition report, the...
Late19th century Staunton chess set

Late19th century Staunton chess set

by | Feb 2, 2022

Sometimes we collectors can purchase a set with substitute pieces  – see link below:- Three various turned wood chess sets (one set with two replaced knights) (the-saleroom.com) I liked the look of the squat bishops plus the chunky bases of the kings, queens and...