IMPERFECT - 3.875" Zagreb '59 - BLACK / GOLD LACQUERED - Wood Chess Pieces
The House of Staunton is proud to offer the Zagreb '59 Series Chess set. A full tournament-sized Chess set, it features a 3.875" King with a 1.75" diameter base. The Chess pieces are hand carved by our master artisans and crafted out of the highest grade woods. The Chess pieces are heavily weighted with luxurious billiard cloth base pads and a beautiful finish. The design of the Zagreb '59 Chess set is an adaptation of the most popular Chess set used at major international Chess tournaments throughout the 1950s and 1960s, most notably the World Championship Candidates Match that was held in Bied, Zagreb in 1959.
The House of Staunton is proud to offer the Zagreb '59 Series Chess set. A full tournament-sized Chess set, it features a 3.875" King with a 1.75" diameter base. The Chess pieces are hand carved by our master artisans and crafted out of the highest grade woods. The Chess pieces are heavily weighted with luxurious billiard cloth base pads and a beautiful finish. The design of the Zagreb '59 Chess set is an adaptation of the most popular Chess set used at major international Chess tournaments throughout the 1950s and 1960s, most notably the World Championship Candidates Match that was held in Bied, Zagreb in 1959.
What is an imperfect set
Imperfect consists of items that are deemed below the House of Staunton's already high quality standards. Â Because these products do not meet or exceed our inspection standards, we are able to pass enormous savings to you!
The Black Lacquered Rook has some chipped paint on the base and a scuff on the midsection (As seen in photographs).
The Black Lacquered Pawn has a line in the finish on its midsection (As seen in photographs).
The Gold Lacquered Bishops are missing their finials (As seen in photographs).
The Gold Lacquered Knight has a dent on the side (As seen in photographs).
The Gold Lacquered Rook has a blemish on the top (As seen in photographs).
There may be other minor imperfections not pictured.
What is the value of this item?
If this item were in perfect condition, it would retail for $249.00.
THIS ITEM IS AVAILABLE ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS... ONCE IT HAS BEEN SOLD, IT WILL BE GONE FOREVER SO ACT FAST!
**NOTE** Because this an imperfect item, all sales are final. No refunds, returns or exchanges are allowed****
Product Specifications
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ISBN
Does not apply
Chess Board Included?
The Chess Board featured is for photographic purposes only and must be purchased separately
Material(s)
Lacquered Boxwood
Fitted Coffer Compatible?
Too Small for Coffer
King Height
3.875'' inch / 9.84 cm
King Base Diameter
1.75'' inch / 4.44 cm
Recommended Chess Board Size
2.25" inch / 5.7 cm, 2.5" inch / 6.4 cm
Basepad Material
Billiard Cloth
Median Set Weight
64.6 Ounces
Total Number of Pieces
34 Chess Pieces, including 2 Additional Queens (for Pawn Promotion)
Returns & Exchanges
Due to the nature of this item, we will not be able to accept any returns, refund or exchange requests.
This is an Imperfect Item and All Sales are Final. No refunds, returns or exchanges are allowed.
Warranty
This item does not come with a warranty.
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