REF3388 Jaques Staunton Club Chessmen & Box
Circa 1875-1880
Fine ebony & boxwood weighted staunton chess set , white king stamped “JAQUES LONDON” , king side rooks & knights with crown stamps, pieces with loaded bases and green baize.
Fine example of the Zukertort Chessmen. This style of Jaques Staunton is less common than other styles of the late 19th century.
Set retains original french polished finish.
Kings 10.2 CM Tall
Comes in original mahogany lift top box with Jaques paper trade label to lid.
The design of this set is known in the modern codex as the “Zukertort” .
The practice of adding historic chess champions names to styles of Jaques chessmen is a modern practice which Jaques never used historically , although it is a great system to easily help identify specific Jaques Staunton Chessmen.
These are genuine antiques! Great to play and a good investment.
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All the sets go through a professional workshop before they go online, any minor faults such as chips or splits are restored, therefore the sets are all in excellent condition.
Please note all prices include postage/shipping charges and Insurance valuation.
Instalment / lay away plans welcome.
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Includes shipping & insurance valuation