IMPERFECT - The Original 1849 Genuine StauntonChessmen by Frank Camaratta - 4.4" GENUINE EBONY & ANTIQUED BOXWOOD
The House of Staunton is proud to offer another masterpiece - The Cooke Series Staunton pattern Chessmen. It is exact reproduction of the Jaques of London Chessmen Circa 1849 Cooke Staunton Pattern Chessmen. These Chessmen feature a 3 5/8" King with a 1.75" Diameter base and are very heavily weighted. This is an accurate reproduction of the original Boxwood and Ebony Staunton chessmen. There is some controversy as to who actually designed these revolutionary chessmen, Nathaniel Cooke, John Jaques or Howard Staunton. What is known is that, on 1st March, 1849, Nathaniel Cooke, 198, Strand, London, registered an Ornamental Design for a set of Chess-Men, under the Ornamental Designs Act of 1842.. The sole manufacturer was the London firm of John Jaques and bore the name of the most prominent player of that time, Howard Staunton.
The House of Staunton is proud to offer another masterpiece - The Cooke Series Staunton pattern Chessmen. It is exact reproduction of the Jaques of London Chessmen Circa 1849 Cooke Staunton Pattern Chessmen. These Chessmen feature a 3 5/8" King with a 1.75" Diameter base and are very heavily weighted. This is an accurate reproduction of the original Boxwood and Ebony Staunton chessmen. There is some controversy as to who actually designed these revolutionary chessmen, Nathaniel Cooke, John Jaques or Howard Staunton. What is known is that, on 1st March, 1849, Nathaniel Cooke, 198, Strand, London, registered an Ornamental Design for a set of Chess-Men, under the Ornamental Designs Act of 1842.. The sole manufacturer was the London firm of John Jaques and bore the name of the most prominent player of that time, Howard Staunton.
What is an imperfect set
Imperfect consists of items that are deemed below the House of Staunton's already high quality standards. Because these products do not meet or exceed our inspection standards, we are able to pass enormous savings to you!
The inspection for this set details the following:
The boxwood knight has some minor dents along the base. (As seen in photographs).
The boxwood rook has a chip and a few dents on the base. (As seen in photographs).
The ebony pawns have some lacquer issues on the base and center sections. (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 $1995.00.
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****
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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)
Antiqued Boxwood, Genuine Ebony
Fitted Coffer Compatible?
Fits in Fitted Coffer
King Height
4.4'' inch / 11.18 cm
King Base Diameter
2.0'' inch / 5.0 cm
Recommended Chess Board Size
2.25" inch / 5.7 cm
Basepad Material
Billiard Cloth
Median Set Weight
90.9 oz (2.58kg)
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.
All imperfect item sales are final with no warranty. No refunds, returns, exchanges or replacement pieces are allowed. These sets do not come with a plaque or certificate of authenticity.
Warranty
This item does not come with a warranty.
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