{"product_id":"house-of-staunton-collector-series-chess-set-box-board-combination","title":"House of Staunton Collector Series Chess Set, Box \u0026 Board Combination","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHouse of Staunton Collector Series Chess Set, Box \u0026amp; Board Combination\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Collector Series Chess Set, Box \u0026amp; Board Combination from House of Staunton is a premium, full-tournament-sized chess set crafted for players and collectors who demand the very best. Each piece is hand carved by master artisans from the highest grade woods, replicating the design and proportions of the original Staunton pattern Chessmen registered by Nathaniel Cooke in March of 1849 and first manufactured by Jaques of London. The hallmark feature of this set is the open-mitered Bishop and Knight design, modeled after the noble steeds of the Greek Parthenon - the Elgin Marbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompleting the combination, the chessboard is crafted in Spain with Elm Burl and Bird's Eye Maple squares, and the Mahogany Premium Chess Box provides elegant, secure storage with brass hardware and a lock \u0026amp; key. This combination is sold at a 28% savings off MSRP, making it an exceptional value for a truly luxury chess experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Tournament Size - 3.75\" King:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets official tournament specifications with a 3.75\" King height and a 1.7\" diameter base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand Carved by Master Artisans:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each piece is individually carved from the highest grade woods for unmatched craftsmanship and detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Staunton Pattern Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faithfully replicates the 1849 Nathaniel Cooke Staunton pattern, first produced by Jaques of London.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-Mitered Bishop \u0026amp; Knight:\u003c\/strong\u003e A distinctive design inspired by the noble steeds of the Greek Parthenon (Elgin Marbles), setting this set apart visually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavily Weighted Pieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold embossed English Leather base pads on Kings and luxurious billiard cloth base pads on all other pieces for stability and a premium feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34 Chess Pieces - 4 Queens Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set includes two additional Queens for pawn promotion, a House of Staunton standard since 1993.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElm Burl \u0026amp; Bird's Eye Maple Chessboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted in Spain with a 2.25\" square size, satin finish, moulded edge, and a 22.5\" x 22.5\" footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMahogany Premium Chess Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features two billiard cloth-lined compartments, brass quadrant hinges, and a lock \u0026amp; key for secure storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e28% Savings vs. MSRP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purchasing as a combination set delivers significant value compared to buying each component separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Wood Options Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in Blood Rosewood \u0026amp; Natural Boxwood or Genuine Ebony \u0026amp; Natural Boxwood to suit your aesthetic preference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePiece Options \u0026amp; Which to Choose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Ebony \u0026amp; Natural Boxwood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features striking jet-black Genuine Ebony dark pieces against Natural Boxwood light pieces. The premium choice for those who want the sharpest visual contrast and the prestige of authentic ebony wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips free! Please email us at service@omahasportsandgames.com for a delivery ETA or to confirm shipping details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34 Collector Series Luxury Chess Pieces (including 4 Queens for pawn promotion)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElm Burl \/ Bird's Eye Maple Wooden Chessboard (22.5\" x 22.5\", 2.25\" squares)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMahogany Premium Chess Box with lock \u0026amp; key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe House of Staunton has built a reputation as the world's premier chess set maker, and the Collector Series Combination represents the pinnacle of that tradition. Every detail - from the hand-carved pieces modeled after historical Staunton designs to the Spain-crafted chessboard with its satin-finished moulded edge - reflects a standard of quality that serious players and collectors recognize immediately. The billiard cloth-lined storage box with brass hardware and lock \u0026amp; key ensures your investment is protected and always display-ready. Whether you're a tournament player who appreciates the precision of full-sized pieces or a collector seeking a showpiece worthy of a prominent display, this set delivers on every count. Trusted by chess enthusiasts worldwide, House of Staunton craftsmanship is engineered to be enjoyed for generations. This combination's 28% savings off MSRP means you can invest in the absolute best without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Product Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKing Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.75\" \/ 9.53 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKing Base Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.7\" \/ 4.32 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBase Pad Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBilliard Cloth (Kings: Gold Embossed English Leather)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSquare Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.25\" \/ 5.7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedian Set Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43.4 ounces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal Chess Pieces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34 (includes 2 additional Queens for pawn promotion)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChessboard Footprint\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.5\" x 22.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChessboard Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChessboard Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSatin finish with moulded edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChessboard Materials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElm Burl (dark squares \u0026amp; frame), Bird's Eye Maple (light squares)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChessboard Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrafted in Spain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBox Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.75\" x 7.5\" x 4.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBox Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMahogany with green billiard cloth lining\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBox Hardware\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass quadrant hinges with lock \u0026amp; key\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Bag Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\" Chess Board Carrying Bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between Blood Rosewood and Genuine Ebony pieces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eBlood Rosewood offers a rich, warm reddish-brown tone that creates a classic, traditional contrast against the Natural Boxwood light pieces. Genuine Ebony is a premium hardwood with a deep jet-black color, providing the most striking visual contrast and added prestige. Both are crafted to the same exacting standard - the choice comes down to your personal aesthetic preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this chess set suitable for tournament play?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes. The Collector Series features a full tournament-sized 3.75\" King with a 1.7\" diameter base, meeting official tournament size specifications. The 2.25\" square chessboard is properly proportioned for these pieces. It is equally at home in serious competitive play as it is on display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy does the set include 34 pieces instead of the standard 32?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eHouse of Staunton includes four Queens (two per color) rather than the standard two. The extra Queens are intended for pawn promotion - when a pawn reaches the opposite end of the board and promotes to a Queen, you have a proper matching piece ready. This has been a House of Staunton standard since 1993.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the chess box fit both the pieces and the board?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe Mahogany Premium Chess Box is designed specifically to store the chess pieces and features two billiard cloth-lined compartments with a lock and key. The chessboard (22.5\" x 22.5\") is a separate item and is not stored inside the box. A carrying bag for the board is available as an optional add-on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I care for these chess pieces and the board?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eWipe the chess pieces with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth to remove dust. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners that could damage the wood finish or base pads. Store the pieces in the provided Mahogany box when not in use. For the chessboard, keep it away from direct sunlight and extreme temperature changes to prevent warping of the veneer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The House of Staunton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55419595063601,"sku":"COLCOMBO","price":839.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1724\/7681\/files\/ccUJdkbcuCQwg-P0voZCCZcqfT0KfNfK0sKREpfzh08.jpg?v=1784837017","url":"https:\/\/omahasportsandgames.com\/products\/house-of-staunton-collector-series-chess-set-box-board-combination","provider":"Omaha Sports \u0026 Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}